2001 Chevy Camaro how to remove axle from rear differential

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CARLENAADAMS
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We need to know how to remove the passenger side rear axle on a 2001 chevy camaro z28 that has rear traction control.
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Jan 20, 2010 at 12:35 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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Raise and support vehicle.
Remove rear wheels and brake drums (or disc calipers and rotors).
On vehicles equipped with ABS and TCS, install ABS Exciter Ring Protector Kit (J-39446) to speed sensor rings.
Remove cover and drain lubricant from differential.
Remove pinion shaft lock bolt and pinion shaft.
Push axle shaft toward center of vehicle, and remove "C" lock from inner end of shaft.
Carefully remove axle shaft from housing.
Jan 20, 2010 at 12:53 PM
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