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.

Notice: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Notice in the Preface section.

4. Install the electric motor actuator .

Tighten
Tighten the electric motor actuator 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 .