Drive Pinion: Removal

Remove the reverse brake. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION(TR580)>REVERSE BRAKE>REMOVAL .
Using the ST, remove the bolts securing the drive pinion retainer.
Preparation tool:

ST: SOCKET (E20) (18270KA020)

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Using a crowbar or similar wrapped with protective tape, expand the clearance and remove the drive pinion retainer.

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Remove the O-rings.

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Remove the oil baffle.

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Remove the lock plate.

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Remove the differential side retainer and side bearing outer race using the ST.
NOTE:
- When the ST interferes with the converter case, align the cutout portion with the interference part.
- Support the differential case by hand to avoid damaging the retainer mounting bolt hole of the converter case.
- When there is no replacement of the side bearing inner race, do not confuse the left side and right side.
Preparation tool:

ST: WRENCH COMPL RETAINER (18658AA021)

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Remove the differential case.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the attachment section of the differential side retainer.

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Remove the O-rings.

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Remove the liquid gasket from the drive pinion retainer and converter case.