For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
2. Drain the front differential assembly.
3. Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement.
4. Remove the front wheel drive shafts. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.
5. Remove the electrical connector for the electric motor actuator.
6. Remove the vent hose.
7. Using a transmission jack stand or equivalent, support the front differential assembly.
8. Remove the mounting bracket from the vehicle. Refer to Differential Carrier Assembly Bushing and Bracket Replacement.
9. Remove the front differential assembly from the vehicle.

### Installation Procedure

1. Lift the front differential into position.
2. Install the mounting bracket to the differential housing. Refer to Differential Carrier Assembly Bushing and Bracket Replacement.
3. Install the vent hose.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

4. Install the electric motor actuator and tighten to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).
5. Install the electrical connector.
6. Install the front wheel drive shafts. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.
7. Install the front propeller shaft. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement.
8. Fill the front differential assembly with fluid. Refer to Front Axle Lubricant Replacement.
9. Install the front tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.