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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Removing Rear Output Shaft Seal
    GM715670Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
  2. Remove the transfer case shield. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
  3. Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - ONE PIECE .
  4. Remove the rear output shaft seal from the transfer case.
  5. Fig 2: Removing Rear Output Shaft Bushing
    GM801274Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Inspect the rear output shaft bushing for scoring or wear.
  7. Remove the rear output shaft bushing if required, using the J 45380  .
    • Install the finger section of the J 45380  in front of the bushing.
    • Install the tube and forcing screw to the finger section. Ensure the forcing screw is backed out.
    • Using a wrench on the forcing screw, remove the rear output shaft bushing.