IMPERATIVE - Differential Carrier Installation

Differential Installation Instructions

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Disassembly

Make sure that you have all the parts and tools you will need. The extent of disassembly depends on the job being done and the inspection findings. Lift the vehicle using an appropriate lift or a jack and safe jack stands. Always make certain that the vehicle is safely supported before working underneath. 

Unbolt the driveshaft from the yoke. 

Remove the differential cover or unbolt the third member. Let the oil drain into a suitable container. 

Please recycle your waste oil. 

Remove c-clip axles by removing the differential cross pin bolt and cross pin shaft, pushing the axles in and pulling the c-clips. Full float axles are unbolted at the hubs. 

Punch both carrier caps with identification marks so that you will be able to re-install them on the same side and in the same direction. Most carriers can be pried out of the housing with a pry bar. Further disassembly depends on the job being done. If you’re changing the ring and pinion or the pinion bearings, remove the pinion nut with an air gun while holding the yoke, or use a long breaker bar and brace the yoke (bolt it to a long board) so that it can’t move. 

Knock the pinion gear out to the rear with a brass punch, taking care not to damage the threads. 

Keep track of the location and thickness of all of the original shims. Pinion bearings must be pressed off. Carrier bearings can be pulled using a bearing puller. Internal parts (inside the carrier) can be removed as necessary.

                                      Source: http://www.differentials.com/technical-help/installation-instructions