Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Components Removal

2025 Chevrolet Equinox RS, FWDSECTION Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Components Removal
Fig 1: Identifying Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Components
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Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Components Removal

Callout Component Name
1 Power Transfer Unit Half Shaft Retainer Clip
Procedure 
Remove and DISCARD the retainer.
2 Power Transfer Unit Half Shaft Seal O-Ring
Procedure 
Remove and DISCARD the O-ring seal.
3 Power Transfer Unit Cover to Intermediate Drive Shaft Seal
NOTE:

Push the OD flange of the seal to remove from extension housing and shaft.

4 Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Clip
5 Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Assembly
6 Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Bearing Retaining Ring [2x]
CAUTION:

Do not nick, scratch or damage the sealing surface. The sealing surface is a machined surface. Damage to the machined surface can cause leakage.

7 Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Bearing
Procedure 
Use a press to remove the bearing from the power transfer unit intermediate drive shaft.
RENDER: 1.0x

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