Removal

Fig. 76 Silent Shaft, Oil Pump & Front Case Components:

Fig. 77 Flange Bolt Removal:

Fig. 78 Front Case Removal:

Refer to Fig. 76 through 78 when removing silent shaft, oil pump and front case, noting the following:
1. Position a suitable screwdriver between oil pan and cylinder block and slide along groove to remove.
2. Keep silent shaft in position by inserting a screwdriver through plug hole in left side of cylinder block, Fig. 77. Remove oil pump driven gear flange bolt.
3. If front case is sticking to cylinder, insert a suitable screwdriver into slot and pry up, Fig. 78. Never attempt to pry at any other positions where flange is thinner. Avoid impacting front of case for removal.
4. Using removal tool No. MD998282-01, or equivalent, remove front and rear bearings from cylinder block.