Rear Differential Disassembly: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

The engine stand is equipped with a self-lock mechanism, however, if the rear differential is in a tilted condition, the self-lock mechanism could become inoperative. If the rear differential unexpectedly rotates it could cause injury, therefore do not maintain the rear differential in a tilted condition. When turning the rear differential, grasp the rotation handle firmly.

Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Rear Differential Components

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1	Differential oil temperature sensor
2	Rear cover (See Rear Cover Disassembly Note .)
3	Rear differential component (See Rear Differential Component Disassembly Note .)
4	Adjusting shim
5	Spacer
6	Oil seal (Coupling component)
7	Locknut (See Locknut Disassembly Note .)
8	Drive pinion (See Drive Pinion Disassembly Note .)
9	Collapsible spacer
10	Bearing inner race (front bearing)
11	Bearing inner race (rear bearing) (See Bearing Inner Race (Rear Bearing) Disassembly Note .)
12	Spacer
13	Bearing outer race (See Bearing Outer Race Disassembly Note .)
14	Differential carrier
15	Ring gear (See Ring Gear Disassembly Note .)
16	Pin
17	Pinion shaft
18	Pinion gear
19	Thrust washer
20	Side gear
21	Thrust washer
22	Side bearing (See Side Bearing Disassembly Note .)
23	Gear case
24	Oil seal (side gear)