2004 Buick Rainier V8

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Asked by Kev Dec 03, 2014 at 05:07 PM about the 2004 Buick Rainier

Question type: General

Has anyone ever changed the front differential in a Buick Rainier or Chevy
Trailblazer

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The front differential that is mounted to the engine block, I need to replace it and I am wondering if the engine has to come out or is there another way it can be done?

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it would be easier to take the engine out than drop the subframe and risk breaking the sway bar end links but there are still mount bolts on the subframe

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There is no sub frame, the fame is all welded underneath and is notrremovable. The shaft in the differential is about 18"into the oil pan area. I was also thinking about taking out the oil pan but not sure if there is enough room

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I did the job, I was able the take the oil pan out and change the differential. Thanks for your help.

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