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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the drive axle assembly. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
  3. Remove the snap ring from axle.
    Fig 1: Locating Drive Axle Retaining Clip
    GM569164Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the stub axle seal.
    Fig 2: View Of Case Cover Seal
    GM569151Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Use the J 41227  to remove the sleeve from the stub axle.
    Fig 3: Using Special Tool To Remove Sleeve From Output Axle Shaft
    GM569234Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.