Transaxle Case: Disassembly

Remove the halfshaft seals (LH shown).

Fig 1: Locating Halfshaft Seals
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Using the special tools, remove the differential case bearing cups (LH shown).

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tools (307-163, 308-001) Into Differential Case Bearing Cups
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Using the special tools, remove the final drive input gear bearing cup.

Fig 3: Identifying Special Tools (307-163, 308-001) Into Final Drive Input Gear Bearing Cup
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Using the special tool, remove the transfer shaft gear bearing cups (LH shown).

Fig 4: Identifying Special Tool (308-001) Into 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.

NOTE: If flatness of funnel is compromised during bearing removal, replace the funnel.
Remove the funnel.

Fig 5: Locating Bleed Hole
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Rotate the transaxle 180 degrees.
Using the special tools, remove the final drive input gear bearing cup.

Fig 6: Identifying Special Tools (307-163, 308-001) Into Final Drive Input Gear Bearing Cup
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