Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Montana, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette, and 2002 Chevrolet Venture. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING & JACKING VEHICLE .
- Remove the right rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the right wheel drive shaft. Refer to WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT REPLACEMENT -- REAR
- Remove the differential output shaft oil seal (1). Do not damage the differential sealing surfaces.