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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Side Bearings
    GM164037Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the differential from the transaxle. Refer to Transaxle Disassemble .
  2. Remove the side bearings using a J 22888-20A  and a J 35378  . See Special Tools . Place the legs of the puller into the cutouts on the speedometer driver gear.
  3. Remove the following components:
    • Eight ring gear bolts
    • The locking plates
  4. Remove the ring gear using a copper or a brass hammer.
  5. Discard the bolts and the locking plates.
    6. Fig 2: View Of Pinion Shaft Lock Pin
    GM164035Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Remove the peened over cast flashing prior to lock pin removal.
  6. Remove the pinion shaft lock pin.
  7. Remove the pinion shaft from the case.
  8. Remove the following components:
    • Two pinion gears
    • Two thrust washers
  9. Remove the following components:
    • Two side gears
    • Two thrust washers
  10. Inspect the following parts for chips or excessive wear:
    • The side bearings
    • The ring gear
    • The pinion shaft
    • The pinion gears
    • The thrust washers
  11. Replace all faulty components.
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