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9. Grasp the rear drive shaft and pull sharply outward
on the shaft to disengage it from the rear gearcase.
10. Inspect the axle splines and CV boots for any
damage.
11. Refer to the “DRIVE SHAFT SERVICE” procedure if
repairing the drive shaft.
INSTALLATION
1. Install a new spring ring on the end of the drive shaft
and apply an anti-seize compound to the splines.
2. Align the splines of the drive shaft with the rear
gearcase and reinstall the drive shaft. Use a rubber
mallet to tap on the outboard end of the drive shaft if
necessary.
3. Install the drive shaft into the rear bearing carrier.
4. Refer to the “REAR BEARING CARRIER -
Installation” procedure within this chapter to properly
reassemble the vehicle.
FINAL DRIVE