Rear Driveshaft - AWD (G1578768): Removal
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- Some illustrations may show the transmission removed for clarity.
- Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
- Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
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WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
- Reder to: Exhaust System - AWD (309-00B Exhaust System - V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol, Removal and Installation).
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NOTE: If equipped.
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CAUTION: Discard the nuts.
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NOTE: Release the transmission park interlock lever to allow rotation of driveshaft.
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CAUTION: Discard the bolts.NOTE: Mark the position of the driveshaft on the transmission flange.
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CAUTION: Make sure that the driveshaft is supported with suitable retaining straps.CAUTION:
- Make sure that the special tool is correctly installed to the recess on the driveshaft.
- Using a suitable hammer and drift, make sure that you only hit the corner edges of the special tool to remove the driveshaft.
Special Tool(s) : 205-932
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CAUTION: Do not use the 5mm hole on the differential case flange for the alignment mark.NOTE: Using the 3mm hole on the differential case flange, paint an alignment mark (as indicated) to aid correct installation of the driveshaft to the differential case.
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CAUTION:
- To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang.
- Discard the bolts.
NOTE: Make sure that the special tool is correctly installed to the recess on the driveshaft.Special tool(s): 205-932
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CAUTION: Make sure that the special tool is correctly located.
205-932 Special Tool(s): 205-932
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CAUTION: To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang.NOTE: Using a suitable hammer and drift, make sure that you only hit the corner edges of the special tool to remove the driveshaft.
Special Tool(s): 205-932