For 1990-2009 cars only
Differential Housing
- Clean the differential housing in solvent.
- Clean and inspect the differential housing for the following:
- Clean the oil passage between (1) and (2), in the axle bearing bore.
Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning in the Preface section.
| • | The mounting bolt threads (2) |
| • | The case cover bolt hole threads (3) |
| • | The sealing surface for nicks or burrs (5) |
| • | The drain plug hole threads (8) |
| • | The axle seal area (7) |
| • | The drive pinion seal area (1) |
| • | The rear differential support bushing bore (6) |
| • | Front right side differential support bushing bore (9) |
| • | Vent for operation (4) |
| • | Cracks in the housing, if removed |
Differential Carrier Cover
- Clean the differential carrier cover in solvent.
- Clean and inspect the differential carrier cover for the following:
- Inspect the differential carrier cover exterior for the following:
Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning in the Preface section.
| • | Clean the oil passage between (2) |
| • | Inspect the cover flat (3) for nicks and burrs. |
| • | Inspect the race and shim surfaces (1) |
| • | The mounting bolt threads (1) |
| • | The axle seal mounting surface (2) |
