Cutlass V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
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.
27.
While holding the stub shaft (1), install a new retaining nut (3) on the pinion shaft. Refer to Figure 10.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).