Grand Prix V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
Output Shaft: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
Tool Required
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J 42562 Snap Ring Tool
1. Remove the case extension housing.
2. Disconnect the left drive axle from the transaxle.
3. Rotate the differential carrier until the end of the output shaft can be seen and the differential pinion shaft (701) is in a horizontal position.
4. Place the J 42562 between the end of the output shaft and the differential pinion shaft.
5. Using a hammer, hit the end of the axle removal tool in order to compress the output shaft compression ring (512) and push the output shaft
through the differential side gear.
6. Remove the differential carrier (700).
7. Using snap ring pliers remove the compression ring (512) from the output shaft.
8. Remove the output shaft through the left wheel opening.
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to damage the bearing (511) on the output shaft.
