Removing the drive shaft

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Fig 1: Identifying Drive Shaft Removal From Gearbox While Freeing Snap Ring In Differential Gear Using Jimmy Tool

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Detach the drive shaft from transmission so that the snap ring releases from the differential gear. Use jimmy bar 9995681 .

Fig 2: Positioning Mobile Jack 998 5972 As Support Under Control Arm

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Turn the stub axle for turning to the right as much as possible
Position mobile jack 9985972 as a support under the control arm
Remove the screws for the stub axle - spring strut. Turn the wheel hub out. Remove the drive shaft from the transmission
Lower the mobile jack slightly. Move the end of the drive shaft between transmission and side member.

NOTE:

Do not stretch the brake hose.