Clean and Inspect Differential Housing

What happens here

After removing the wheel, focus on the exposed differential housing. Use a wire brush attachment on a drill to clean off accumulated dirt, rust, and grime from the housing and bolts. Pay close attention to the large bolts that secure the housing sections together. Note the significant wobble in the housing, confirming an internal issue. Also, identify a missing bolt on the underside of the housing, which could be contributing to the instability or indicating previous damage. The cleaning prepares the housing for further disassembly.

Goal: Prepare the differential housing for disassembly and identify visible issues.