I am trying to remove the rear axles from a 1983 Datsun 280ZX (Non Turbo). The Haynes manuals says to reomove the axle(s) from the wheel hub (which I have done) and then to remove the flange from the side of the differential where the axle(s) go into and to pry the flanges with a suitable pry bar. Well, have tried to do that, but I cannot reparate the axle(s) from the differential. The book says they should come right out, but they only travel about 1/2 inch and do not become loose. The axles turns, etc, but it just does not disengage.
Is there a clip, ring, pin, etc inside the differential that keeps the axle connected ? If so, then I will have to remove the rear differential cover which seems to be quile a lot of work. Thanks.
Optional Information:
1983
Nissan 280ZX
Already Tried:
using a pry bar to pry the flange off.
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