Rear Differential Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Suzuki XL-7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Reference: REAR DIFFERENTIAL DISMOUNTING AND REMOUNTING: REAR

Reference: REAR DIFFERENTIAL DISASSEMBLY: REAR

Check companion flange for wear or damage.
Check bearings for wear or discoloration.
Check differential carrier for cracks.
Check drive bevel pinion and drive bevel gear for wear or cracks.
Check differential gears, pinions and pinion shafts for wear or damage.
Check differential gear spline for wear or damage.