I am trying to change the boots on both sides, and I have everything loose and now need to separate the axles from the transmission. On the passenger side, there is a support bracket. Do I pull the axle from that, or must the brace be removed. I don't know if I can get to the bolts without removing the engine brace and motor mounts. The book is not clear on the removal. It says "pry loose from the transmission", does that mean (passenger side) the entire axle will come through this brace? On the driver side, do I just force it out, and will I damage anything when I do. I will appreciate any help you can furnish. If you don't know the answer, do you know where I can find it? Thanks for any advice.

 

just yank. i'm pretty sure it will come through the bracket, if it doesnt then you need to unbolt it, but i did mine a while ago so i dont rememeber. the drivers side just pulls out. make sure you put an oil pan underneath, youll lose about a quart of oil

 

I think I'll have to remove the bolts on the upport, That is probably the three bolts that are so hard to reach that evewryone is talking about. But thanks for your help.

 

Yes you need to remove the three bolts on the support. I have always taken off the Y-pipe to get at them.....

 

I think i've got it now. Thanks a lot for your help.