Side Gear Shaft & Oil Seal: Removal

Drain differential. On LS400 models, disconnect and support exhaust tailpipe. On all models, remove axle shaft. See RWD AXLE SHAFTS article. Using slide hammer and 2 axle shaft mounting bolts, remove side gear shaft. Remove snap ring from side gear shaft,and discard. Using a slide hammer and seal puller, remove side gear shaft oil seal from differential.