Honda Accord: Differential Carrier/Final Driven Gear Replacemen
Eighth generation (2008–2012) / Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service Manual / Transaxle / M/T Differential / Differential Carrier/Final Driven Gear Replacemen
1. Loosen the bolts in a crisscross pattern in several steps, then remove the bolts and the final driven gear (A) from the differential carrier (B).

2. Install the final driven gear with the chamfer on the inside diameter facing the carrier. Tighten the bolts in a crisscross pattern in several steps.
Backlash Inspection
1. Place the differential assembly on V-blocks (A), and
install the intermediate shaft (B) and the left driveshaft
(C).
2. Measure the backlash of both pinion gears (D) with a
dial indicator (E) ...
Carrier Bearing Replacement
Special Tools Required
Driver Handle, 40 mm I.D. 07746-0030100
1. Check the carrier bearings for wear and rough
rotation. If they rotate smoothly and their rollers show
no signs of wear, the beari ...
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Courtesy Lights
Your vehicle has a courtesy light in
the ignition switch. This light comes
on when you open the driver’s door.
It fades out in about 30 seconds after
the door is closed. ...