Removal Procedure

Fig 1: Removing Axle Seal Using A Pry Bar

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

NOTE: While using a pry bar to remove the axle seal, use extreme care not to damage the bearing adjusting ring on the transmission case.

Remove the drive axle from the transaxle. Refer to Inner Axle Shaft Replacement - Front Drive Axle in Front Drive Axle.
Remove the drive axle seal by lifting the outer lip of the seal with a pry bar.