Uplander FWD V6-3.5L VIN L (2006)
6. Remove the differential carrier (700).
7. Using snap ring pliers remove the compression ring from the output shaft.
8. Important:
Be careful not to damage the bearing on the output shaft.
Remove the output shaft through the left wheel opening.
9. Inspect the output shaft (510) and the bearing (511) for the following:
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A cracked or deformed bearing cage
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Damaged bushing journals
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Stripped splines
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A damaged retainer ring groove
Installation Procedure