How to Replace the Rear Differential - Lexus RX350 RX330 RX300 Toyota Highlander

This is a step-by-step guide to replacing the rear differential on Lexus RX350 and similar vehicles including RX330, RX300 and Toyota Highlander. Replacing the differential requires removing the hubs and the axles. Although the factory service manual says otherwise, it does not require removing the cross-member or the muffler or the driveshaft. These steps can be avoided easily, saving a considerable amount of labor. The video includes a step-by-step checklist and a listing of the torque specifications for every nut and bolt in removal and replacement.