Remove the transaxle and place a prybar or large screwdriver through a hole in the driveplate to keep the crankshaft from turning, then remove the mounting bolts. Pull straight back on the driveplate to detach it from the crankshaft, inspecting it for cracks and chipped teeth, and replace it if damaged. Reinstall the driveplate, ensuring the staggered holes allow for correct positioning on the crankshaft. Use Locktite on the bolt threads and tighten them to the specified torque in a crisscross pattern before reinstalling the transaxle.