Remove the drive shaft
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Take hold of the inner constant velocity joint. Pull the drive shaft straight out of the transmission.
NOTE:
Do not damage the seal.
NOTE:
Do not under any circumstances pull the drive shaft in such a way that could cause the joints to separate. The joints do not have axial pinions.