Remove output shaft

WARNING: Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
For additional information see: RAISING THE VEHICLE WITH A VEHICLE LIFT .

WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist where components are supported.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Secure the vehicle hoist against lowering and lifting.
Make sure that the vehicle does not lift off the mounting plates on the vehicle lift.

CAUTION: Contact with hazardous substances.
Health impairment.

Note and comply with the Safety Instructions on the containers and the instructions on the manufacturer's safety data sheet.
Conduct all work in appropriate personal protective equipment only.

CAUTION: Acid combustions may result from skin contact with oil or inhaling oil vapors.
Risk of acid bums from contact with oil!

Wear safety goggles and hand protection.
Ensure adequate ventilation.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to rear axle differential.
Failure to comply with the oil specifications can result in serious damage to the rear axle differential.

After completion of repair work, check the transmission oil level in the rear axle differential.
Use only the approved final drive transmission oil.

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING THE REAR LEFT WHEEL .
Refer to REMOVING TANK COVER ON LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING STIFFENING STRUT .
Refer to REMOVING COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE CAMBER CONTROL ARM ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE REAR HEAT SHIELD .
Refer to RELEASING THE PROP SHAFT FROM THE REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to RELEASING THE WIRING HARNESS FROM THE M SPORT DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to DETACHING THE OUTPUT SHAFT FROM THE REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to LOWERING REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to GUIDING OUT THE LEFT OUTPUT SHAFT FROM THE REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .

Secure the output shaft (1) from falling.

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Loosen the output shaft from the wheel bearing
Press brake pedal.
Loosen the collar screw (1).
The output shaft is detached from the wheel bearing.

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Pull the output shaft (1) out and remove it.

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