2 removing the existing differential, Vehicle support, Differential fluid drain – ARB RD145 User Manual

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2 Removing the Existing Differential

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2.1

Vehicle Support

Safely secure the vehicle on a hoist. We recommend supporting

the vehicle on a chassis hoist to keep the differential area at a
convenient working height and to leave the wheels and axles free
to be rotated and removed.

Once supported off the ground, release the parking brake and

leave the vehicle in neutral. Chock the wheels if necessary.

2.2

Differential Fluid Drain

HINT : This is a good time to check for metal particles in

your oil, on your drain plug, or in the bottom of the
housing which may indicate a worn bearing or
differential component.

Clean around the drain plug and differential housing to prevent dirt

from entering the differential.

Position a fluid drain reservoir under the differential, remove the

drain plug and completely drain all differential oil from the housing.

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