Removal and Installation

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Put match marks on flanges and separate propeller shaft from final drive.

Fig 1: Identifying Matchmarks On Flanges
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Draw out propeller shaft from transmission and plug up rear end of transmission rear extension housing.

Fig 2: Drawing Propeller Shaft From Transmission And Plug Up
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