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.
Transmission General Description Automatic Transmission Unit
The Hydra-matic 6T40/45/50 is a fully automatic, 6-speed, front-wheel drive, electronic-controlledtransmission. It consists primarily of a 4-element torque converter, a compound planetarygear set, friction and mechanical clutch assemblies, and a hydraulic pressurizationand control system. There are ...