JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3]

Caution

• Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and secure it to an appropriate place where the sensor wiring harness will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

1. Discharge the ATF.

2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

4. Refill the ATF.

Tie-rod End Removal Note

1. Detach the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle using the SST.

Lower Arm Ball Joint Removal Note

1. Remove the lower arm ball joint bolt and nut.

2. Using a clean rag-wrapped tire lever or equivalent, push down on the lower arm to disconnect it from the steering knuckle.

Note

• Be careful not to damage the ball joint dust boot.

Drive Shaft, Axle Component Removal Note

1. Using a brass bar and hammer, disconnect the drive shaft from the joint shaft by tapping the outer ring on the differential side.

Note

• Be careful not to damage the outer ring on the differential side.

Joint Shaft Removal Note

1. Disconnect the joint shaft bracket from the cylinder block and remove the joint shaft.

Caution

• The sharp edges of the joint shaft can damage the oil seal. Be careful not to damage the oil seal when removing the joint shaft.

2. Install the SST to the transaxle after the joint shaft is removed.

Clip Installation Note

1. Install a new joint shaft clip to the clip groove at the end of the joint shaft.

Clip width standard

Less than 31.2 mm

Note

• Install the clip with the clip width within the specification.

• Install the clip with the clip opening facing upward.

Joint Shaft Installation Note

1. Install the joint shaft to the transaxle.

Caution

• The sharp edges of the joint shaft can damage the oil seal. Be careful not to damage the oil seal when removing the joint shaft.