UNITIZED TRANSAXLE WITH DIFFERENTIAL LOCK
Unitized Transaxle Removal
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Unitized Transaxle Removal, Continued:
4.5. To ensure that no dirt or trash enters the hydraulic braking system, place the hose fitting in a plas-
tic bag and secure to the vehicle frame as shown (Figure 16-25, Page 16-12).
4.6. Repeat steps 4.1 through 4.5 for the opposite side of the vehicle.
5. Remove the lower shock mounting hardware from both rear shocks (Figure 16-22, Page 16-11).
6. Using a hydraulic jack placed under the transaxle (Figure 16-28, Page 16-13), raise the vehicle and
place jack stands, set at approximately 17-1/2 inches (44.5 cm) in height, under the frame as shown
(Figure 16-29, Page 16-13).
7. Lower the hydraulic jack just enough to relieve tension from the leaf springs.
8. Remove the bolts securing the leaf springs to their front mounts (Figure 16-26, Page 16-12).
9. Remove the bolts that secure the leaf springs to the shackles (Figure 16-27, Page 16-12).
Figure 16-25 Cover Brake Hose Fitting
Figure 16-26 Spring Retainer Bolts
Figure 16-27 Rear Shackles
WIRE TIE
PLASTIC
BAG
FLEX BRAKE
HOSE
