Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 603

3. Disconnect the rear drive shaft from the rear differential side using the SST and two bars.
Fig. 16: Disconnecting Rear Drive Shaft From Rear Differential Side
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4. Support the rear differential using a jack.
CAUTION:
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Differential - Mazda CX-9
Fig. 15: Securing SST With Tape
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When lowering the rear differential, be careful not to damage the
rear differential oil seal, rear drive shaft, and surrounding parts.
Fig. 17: Supporting Rear Differential