Transaxle Case: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the halfshaft seals (left-hand side shown).

Fig 1: Removing Halfshaft Seals
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Using the special tools, remove the differential case bearing cups (left-hand side shown).

Fig 2: Removing Differential Case Bearing Cups
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Using the special tools, remove the final drive input gear bearing cup.

Fig 3: Removing Final Drive Input Gear Bearing Cup
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Using the special tool, remove the transfer shaft gear bearing cups (left-hand side shown).

Fig 4: Removing Transfer Shaft Gear Bearing Cups
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NOTE: Note the location of the bleed hole in the funnel in relation to the bottom of the case.

NOTE: Inspect the bleed hole for foreign material.

Fig 5: Removing Funnel

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Remove the funnel.
Rotate the transaxle 180 degrees.
Using the special tools, remove the final drive input gear bearing cup.

Fig 6: Removing Final Drive Input Gear Bearing Cup
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