Impala V6-3.8L VIN K (2004)
9. Inspect the output shaft (510) for the following:
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Stripped splines
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Damaged retainer ring groove
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Damaged bushing journals
Installation Procedure
1. Install the drive axle retainer rings (509) to the output shaft (510).
2. Hold the front differential carrier in place and carefully install the output shaft (510) to the transmission through the left wheel opening. Extend the
output shaft through the differential side gear.
3. Install the case extension housing.
4. Install the left drive axle to the transaxle.