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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Raise the vehicle.
  2. Remove the drive axle assembly. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
  3. Use a medium screwdriver and a mallet in order to remove the case cover seal.
    Fig 1: View Of Case Cover Seal
    GM569151Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the drive axle retaining clip from the output axle.
    Fig 2: Locating Drive Axle Retaining Clip
    GM569164Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Use the J 41227  in order to remove the sleeve from the output axle shaft.
    Fig 3: Using Special Tool To Remove Sleeve From Output Axle Shaft
    GM569234Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Clean and inspect the seal bore.
  7. Use fine sand paper in order to remove any burrs or nicks. Clean the entire area after any sanding.
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