Buick Regal: Rear Differential Clutch Control Module Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Prepare the control module for removal using the SPS programming support tool.
NOTE: The rear differential clutch control module can now be removed and replaced.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Differential Carrier Assembly - Drain.
4. Propeller Shaft - Remove.
5. Exhaust Muffler Assembly - Remove.
6. Rear Parking Brake Actuator - Disconnect.
7. Rear Wheel Drive Shaft - Remove.
8. Differential Carrier Assembly - Remove.
9.
.png)
Rear Differential Clutch Control Module Bolt(1) - Remove.
10.
.png)
Disconnect the connectors from the rear differential clutch control module (1 - 3).
11.
.png)
Rear Differential Clutch Control Module Wiring Harness(1) - Remove.
12.
.png)
Rear Differential Clutch Control Module(1) - Remove.
Installation Procedure
1.
.png)
Rear Differential Clutch Control Module(1) - Install.
2.
.png)
Rear Differential Clutch Control Module Wiring Harness(1) - Install.
3.
.png)
Reconnect the connectors from the rear differential clutch control module (1 - 3).
4.
.png)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Rear Differential Clutch Control Module Bolt(1) - Install and tighten6 N.m (53 lb in).
5. Differential Carrier Assembly - Install.
6. Remove the hydraulic jack.
7. Rear Wheel Drive Shaft - Install.
8. Rear Parking Brake Actuator - Connect.
9. Exhaust Muffler Assembly - Install.
10. Propeller Shaft - Install.
11. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
12. Program the rear differential control module.
REAR AXLE LUBRICANT LEVEL INSPECTION
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Clean the area around the rear axle fill plug.
3. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
4.
.png)
Rear Axle Housing Fill Plug(1) - Remove.
5. Rear Axle Housing Filler Plug Gasket(2) - Remove.
6. Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the differential to the bottom of the fill plug hole with the recommended fluid.
CAUTION: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution.
NOTE: Clean and inspect the filler plug gasket (2) and replace if necessary.
7. Rear Axle Housing Filler Plug Gasket(2) - Install.
8. Rear Axle Housing Fill Plug(1) - Install and tighten 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
9. Lower the vehicle.
READ NEXT:
Differential Clutch Oil Inspection
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Clean the area around the rear axle fill plug.
3. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
4.
Differential Clutch Cover Plug(1) - Remove.
5. Rear Axle Housing Fi
Differential Carrier Bushing Replacement - Rear
Tools Required
J-45725 Cradle Bushing Replacer
For equivalent regional tool, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear differential assembly.
3
Rear Axle Vent Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the Differential Carrier Assembly.
Rear Axle Vent
NOTE:
Use an appropriate tool to remove and install.
REAR AXLE HOUSING VENT
SEE MORE:
Seat Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
Warning:
Do not bleach or dye seat belt
webbing. It may severely weaken
the webbing. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide
adequate protection. Clean and
rinse seat belt webbing only with
mild soap and lukewarm water.
Allow the webbing to dry.
Seat belts should be
Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance
The tires and wheels were aligned
and balanced at the factory to
provide the longest tire life and best
overall performance. Adjustments to
wheel alignment and tire balancing
are not necessary on a regular
basis. Consider an alignment check
if there is unusual tire wear or the
vehicle is significant
