Firebird V8-305 5.0L (1982)
2.
Using a screwdriver, remove the spiral snap ring (wear safety glasses). (Figure 2)
Figure 3
3.
Be careful when pulling out the pinion gear shaft (804) from pinion gear so needle bearings do not get lost. (Figure 3) Put a mark on the gear with
chalk or crayon so the gear can be installed the same way it was removed. Overhaul one pinion at a time so parts do not get mixed.
Figure 4
4.
Tilt final drive and remove the pinion gear (808). Washers (806, 807, 809) and needle bearings. (Needle bearing will fall out of pinion gear. Use
bottom pan to catch/hold them.) (Figure 4)
5.
Inspect washers, needle bearings and pinion shaft for wear.
Discard bronze washer (806) and replace with new steel washer (807) from service kit.