Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the intermediate drive shaft. Refer to Intermediate Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.

Fig 1: Removing Retainer Ring From Stub Shaft

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IMPORTANT: Remove the retainer ring from the stub shaft for tool installation. Discard the used retainer ring.

IMPORTANT: Use the proper container for fluid loss when the stub shaft is removed. Plug power take-off unit (PTU) to minimize fluid loss.

Disengage the PTU stub shaft from the PTU using the J 44017 and SA9133T .

Fig 2: View Of Propeller Shaft, Support Bearing & Bolts

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Remove the propshaft center bearing to underbody bolts.

Fig 3: View Of Propeller Shaft

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IMPORTANT: Index mark the propshaft to PTU for re-installation.

Remove the front propshaft attachment bolts.
Compress the CV joint and disengage the propshaft from the PTU and secure with wire.

Fig 4: Separating Steering Gear From Cradle

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Separate the steering gear from the cradle for clearance. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement .

Fig 5: Rear Transmission Bracket, Power Takeoff & Bolts

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Remove the rear powertrain mount bracket bolts from the PTU.

Fig 6: View Of Transfer Case Mounting Bracket

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Remove the PTU brace bolts and remove the brace.

Fig 7: Removing PTU From Transmission

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NOTE: To avoid oil loss when removing the PTU, position the assembly only in the upright (in-vehicle) position.

Remove the PTU to transmission bolts.
Remove the PTU vent hose.