Originally Posted by twh

One thing to keep in mind is you need to remove the reinforcement plate to get at the oil level sensor and the 6 bolts are one-time-use TTY bolts, so buy new ones before you start. While the reinforcement plate is off, change the front differential gear oil and drain/fill plugs. While the oil level sensor is out, change its o-ring -- mine was weeping badly and I changed it recently.