Transmission Case: Removal

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Remove the manual transmission assembly from vehicle. < Ref. to REMOVAL , MANUAL TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY. >
Remove the clutch release lever. < Ref. to REMOVAL , RELEASE BEARING AND LEVER. >
Remove the transfer case with extension case assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , TRANSFER CASE AND EXTENSION CASE ASSEMBLY. >
Remove the bearing mounting bolts.

Fig 1: Identifying Bearing Mounting Bolts
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Remove the main shaft rear plate.

Fig 2: Identifying Main Shaft Rear Plate
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Put vinyl tape around the splines of right and left axle drive shafts to prevent damage to oil seal. (Non-TURBO model)

Fig 3: Identifying Vinyl Tape Around Splines Of Axle Drive Shaft
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Separate the transmission case into right and left cases by loosening the coupling bolts and nuts.

Fig 4: Identifying Coupling Bolts And Nuts
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Remove the drive pinion shaft assembly from left side transmission case.
NOTE: Use a hammer handle, etc. to remove if too tight.

Fig 5: Identifying Main Shaft Assembly And Drive Pinion Shaft Assembly
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Remove the main shaft assembly.
Remove the differential assembly.
NOTE:
- Be careful not to confuse the right and left roller bearing outer races.
- Be careful not to damage the retainer oil seal.
Fig 6: Removing Differential Assembly
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