Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (ATS)Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (ATS-V) .
- Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement (LTG, LGX, LCV)Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement (LF4) .
- Install the J-45012 Holding Fixture to the rear output shaft flange (4).
- Remove and discard the rear output shaft flange nut (1).
- Remove the J-45012 Holding Fixture from the rear output shaft flange (4).
- Remove and discard the rear output shaft flange washer (2).
- Remove and discard the rear output shaft flange O-ring seal (3).
- Install the J-45019 Flange and Pinion Cage Remover to the rear output shaft flange (4).
- Remove the rear output shaft seal dirt deflector (5).
- Remove and discard the rear output shaft seal (6).
NOTE:
Use M10 x 1.5 mm nuts and bolts to retain the tool to the flange.
CAUTION:
Refer to Machined Surface Damage Caution .