Special ToolsJ-2619–01Slide HammerJ-44467Output Shaft Assembly Remover andInstallerRemoval ProcedureRaise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the VehicleRemove the wheel drive shaft assembly. Refer toFront Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.

Note:Remove the retaining ring. DO NOT re-use the retaining ringdiscard. Use NEW only.
Remove the retaining clip for the wheel drive shaft.
Remove the mounting bolts-(1)-for theintermediate shaft and support bracket.

Using theJ-2619–01hammerand theJ-44467remover and installer, remove the wheel drive shaft from thetransmission.

Remove the wheel drive shaft from the vehicle.Installation Procedure

Note:Ensure that the intermediate shaft is properly seated.
Install the intermediate shaft-(1)- inthe vehicle.
Caution:Refer toFastener Caution.
Install the intermediate shaft mounting bracket and tightento35-Y(26-lb-ft)..
Install the NEW intermediate shaft retaining.Install the wheel drive shaft assembly. Refer toFront Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
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Support the vehicle drive axle on a suitable hoist. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Remove the tire and wheel assemblies from the drive axle.Refer toTire and Wheel Removal and Installation.Warning:Refer toWork Stall Test Warning.Reinstall the wheel nuts in order to retain the brakerotors.Run ...