- Clean the front differential assembly in
solvent and air dry.
 
- Inspect the front differential ring gear for the following conditions:
 
| •  | Metal debris embedded in the teeth | 
 
- Inspect the pinion gears and the side gears for damage or excessive wear.
 
- Inspect the tapered roller bearings for the following conditions:
 
- On AWD models, inspect the splined stub shaft for excessive wear or damage.
 
- If any of the above, conditions are found replace the front differential
assembly. The front differential assembly is serviced only as a complete assembly.