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Transmission Case: Removal

  1. Remove the manual transmission assembly from vehicle. See Manual Transmission Assembly  .
  2. Remove clutch release lever. See REMOVAL .
  3. Remove transfer case with extension case assembly. See Transfer Case and Extension Case Assembly  .
  4. Remove bearing mounting bolts.
    Fig 1: Removing Bearing Mounting Bolts
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  5. Remove main shaft rear plate.
    Fig 2: Removing Main Shaft Rear Plate
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  6. Put vinyl tape around splines of right and left axle drive shafts to prevent damage to oil seal.
    Fig 3: Identifying Splines Of Axle Drive Shaft
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  7. Separate transmission case into right and left cases by loosening coupling bolts and nuts.
    Fig 4: Separating Transmission Case
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