Differential Gear Assembly: Disassembly

All vehicles 

NOTE: All-Wheel Drive (AWD) shown in illustration, Front Wheel Drive (FWD) similar.
Fig 1: Locating Differential Bearings
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1. Inspect the differential bearings for damage or excessive wear. Install new bearings if necessary.

   All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles 

2. Using Step Plate 205-D019, Bearing Puller 205-D064 and Front Wheel Hub Remover/Installer 204-069, remove the right differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.
   Fig 2: Removing Right Differential Carrier Bearing From Differential Assembly

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   Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles 

3. Using Step Plate 205-D015, Bearing Puller 205-D064 and Front Wheel Hub Remover/Installer 204-069, remove the right differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.
   Fig 3: Removing Right Differential Carrier Bearing From Differential Assembly

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   All vehicles 

NOTE: AWD shown in illustration, FWD  similar.
Fig 4: Removing Left Differential Carrier Bearing From Differential Assembly
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4. Using Step Plate 205-D015, Bearing Puller 205-D064 and Front Wheel Hub Remover/Installer 204-069, remove the left differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.
5. Inspect the differential assembly and the ring gear for damage and install new, if necessary.