Removal and Installation

FRONT DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY






REMOVAL
1. Raise the vehicle and remove the front wheel.
2. Remove the split pin and driveshaft nut from the front hub.
3. Drain the transaxle fluid.





4. Using a plastic hammer, disconnect the driveshaft from the axle hub.
5. Push the axle hub toward the outside of the vehicle, and separate the driveshaft from the axle hub.





6. Insert a pry bar between the transaxle case and joint case, and separate the driveshaft from the transaxle case.

CAUTION:
^ Use a pry bar being careful not to damage the transaxle and joint
^ Do not insert the pry bar too deep, as this may cause damage to the oil seal. [maximum depth : 7 mm (0.28 inch)]
^ Do not pull the driveshaft by excessive force it may cause components inside the B.J. or T.J. joint kit to dislodge resulting in a torn boot or a damaged bearing.

7. Pull out the driveshaft from the transaxle case.

CAUTION:
^ Plug the hole of the transaxle case with the oil seat cap to prevent contamination.
^ Support the driveshaft property.
^ Replace the retainer ring whenever the driv4-. shaft is removed from the transaxle case.

INSPECTION





1. Check the driveshaft boots for damage and deterioration.
2. Check the ball joints for wear and damage.
3. Check the splines for wear and damage.
4. Check the dynamic damper for cracks and wear.

INSTALLATION
1. Apply gear oil on the driveshaft splines and differential case contacting surface.
2. Before installing the driveshaft, set the opening side of the circlip facing downward.
3. After installation, check that the driveshaft cannot be removed by hand.
4. Position the convex side of the washer to face outside and install the nut and split pin.





5. Replace the self-locking nuts and split pin with new ones after removal.