Driveshaft Installation
Driveshaft InstallationNOTE: Before starting installation, make sure the mating surfaces of the joint and the splined section are not dusty or dirty.
1. Apply about 5 g (0.18 oz) of moly 60 paste (P/N 08734-0001) to the contact area of the outboard joint and the front wheel bearing.
NOTE: The paste helps to prevent noise and vibration.
2. Install a new set ring onto the set ring groove of the driveshaft (left driveshaft).
3. Apply 2.0-3.0 g (0.07-0.11 oz) of grease to the whole splined surface (A) of the right driveshaft. After applying grease, remove the grease from the splined grooves at intervals of 2-3 splines and from the set ring groove (B) so that air can bleed from the intermediate shaft.
4. Clean the areas where the driveshaft contacts the differential thoroughly with the solvent or brake cleaner, and dry with compressed air.
NOTE: Do not wash the rubber parts with solvent.
5. Insert the inboard end (A) of the driveshaft into the differential (B) or intermediate shaft (C) until the set ring (D) locks in the groove (E).
NOTE: Insert the driveshaft horizontally to prevent damaging the differential oil seal.
6. Install the outboard joint (A) into the front hub (B).
7. Install exhaust pipe A.
8. Clean off any grease contamination from the ball joint tapered section and threads, then install the knuckle (A) onto the lower arm (B). Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot (C). Wipe off the grease before tightening the nut at the ball joint. Torque the new castle nut (D) to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the ball joint pin hole. Do not align the nut by loosening it.
NOTE: Make sure the ball joint boot is not damaged or cracked.
9. Install the new lock pin (E) into the ball joint pin hole.
10. Connect the front stabilizer link to the damper.
11. Apply a small amount of engine oil to the seating surface of the new spindle nut (A).
12. Install a new spindle nut, then tighten the nut. After tightening, use a drift to stake the spindle nut shoulder (B) against the driveshaft.
13. Clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the front wheel, then install the front wheel.
14. Turn the front wheel by hand, and make sure there is no interference between the driveshaft and surrounding parts.
15. Refill the transmission with the recommended transmission fluid.
16. Check the front wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.
17. Test-drive the vehicle.