Output Gear Assembly Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Reference: LOW AND REVERSE CLUTCH PISTON REMOVAL .

Fig 1: Identifying Output Gear Retaining Ring & Output Gear Assembly

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Rotate the transmission assembly so the I.D. tag is facing up.
Remove the output gear retaining ring (48) from the output gear assembly (12).

Fig 2: Identifying Output Gear Assembly
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Remove the output gear assembly (12) from the transmission case assembly.
NOTE: Do not disassemble the output drive gear.
Clean the output gear in solvent and air dry. Ensure the solvent is removed from the bearing.
Inspect the bearings feel for roughness or noise.
Inspect the gear teeth for:
- Excessive wear
- Chips or broken teeth
- Metal embedded in the teeth
Replace the output drive gear as an assembly if any of the above conditions are found.

Reference: FRONT DIFFERENTIAL BEARING RACE AND SELECTIVE SHIM REMOVAL .

Reference: MANUAL SHIFT SHAFT SEAL AND BEARING REMOVAL .

Reference: FRONT WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT OIL SEAL REMOVAL .

Reference: FRONT DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER SEAL REMOVAL .

Reference: TRANSMISSION CASE INSPECTION .