RAM 1500 Truck 2WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1997)
3. Remove Torx head screws that attach access cover and gasket to overdrive case.
4. Remove access cover and gasket.
5. Expand output shaft bearing snap ring with expanding-type snap ring pliers. Then push output shaft forward to release shaft bearing from locating
ring.
6. Lift gear case up and off gear-train assembly.
7. Remove snap ring that retains rear bearing on output shaft.