Differential Cover: Service and Repair

Standard Rear Axle Assembly:

Rear Axle Assembly With Traction Control (Acceleration Slip Regulation):

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Raise and suitably support vehicle.

Clean
- All dirt from area of rear axle housing cover (43) before removing.

2. Rear axle housing cover bolts/screws (41), park brake cable guides and pry cover (43) loose.
3. Drain lubricant.
4. Gasket (45).

Clean
- Both gasket sealing surfaces.

INSTALL OR CONNECT

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the correct location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHER WISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on the threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and the joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.


1. New gasket (45) and cover (43).
2. Park brake cable guides and rear axle housing cover bolts/screws (41).

Tighten
Rear axle housing cover bolts/screws (41) in a crosswise pattern to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).

3. Lubricant. Refer to "REAR AXLE LUBRICANT FILL AND CHECK."
4. Lower vehicle.