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Front Differential Assembly: Removal

  1. Remove the transmission assembly from the vehicle. Refer to , REMOVAL , Automatic Transmission Assembly.
  2. Pull out the torque converter assembly. Refer to , REMOVAL , Torque Converter Assembly.
  3. Remove the transmission harness connector from stay.
  4. Remove the ATF cooler inlet pipe and outlet pipe. Refer to , REMOVAL , ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose.
  5. Separate the converter case from the transmission case. Refer to , REMOVAL , Converter Case.
  6. Remove the differential side retainers using ST.
    NOTE: Hold the differential case assembly by hand to avoid damaging the differential side retainer mounting hole of the converter case.

    ST 18630AA010 WRENCH COMPL RETAINER

  7. Remove the front differential assembly while being careful not to damage the attachment part of the retainer.
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