Grand Prix V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (1997)
21.
Assemble the forcing screw (2) inside the puller legs (1), see Figure 6. Finger tighten the forcing screw to push the puller legs against the bearing.
22.
Using a 24 mm wrench to hold the forcing screw, use a 17 mm socket to tighten the center bolt until the bearing is removed from the gear housing,
see Figure 7. Do not reuse the bearing.
23.
Apply a small quantity of lubrication inside the housing bore where the new bearing will be installed.
24.
Center the new bearing over the pinion thread. The bearing can be installed with either side facing outwards.
25.
Place the bearing installer (1) J-44714-2 (included in J-44714-A) over the pinion thread, see Figure 8. Lightly tap with a hammer until the bearing
is seated in the housing.
26.
Install a new snap ring. When properly installed, the large lug (1) on the snap ring must be on the right side as shown in Figure 9.
Important
If the stub shaft is not held in the next step, damage to the pinion teeth will occur.
