B3000 SE Cab Plus 4 2WD V6-3.0L OHV (2001)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Limited Slip Differential
AXLE SHAFT (LIMITED SLIP) REMOVAL / INSTALLATION
Removal Note
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
Note: Empty the lubricant into a clean container for reuse.
3. Remove the differential housing cover.
1. Remove the 10 differential housing cover bolts and drain the lubricant from from the rear axle housing.
2. Remove the differential housing cover.
4. Remove the rear brake drums.
5. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
1. Remove and discard the differential pinion shaft lock bolt.
2. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
Caution: Do not damage the rubber O-rings in the U-washer grooves.
6. Remove the U-washers.
1. Push the axle shafts inboard.
2. Remove the U-washers.
Caution: Do not damage the inner wheel bearing oil seal.