Joint Shaft Removal/Installation [AJ]

JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AJ]





Caution:
^ Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while the vehicle is being serviced.
^ Removing the drive shaft with the joint shaft bracket installed may cause the deformation of the joint shaft bracket. Therefore remove/install the drive shaft and joint shaft as a component.

1. Drain the transaxle oil. (MTX only)
2. Remove the ABS sensor.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Drive Shaft And Joint Shaft Removal Note





1. Install a spare nut onto the drive shaft so that the nut is flush with the end of the drive shaft.
2. Tap the nut with a copper hammer to loosen the drive shaft from the front wheel hub.
3. Separate the drive shaft from the wheel hub.

Caution:
^ The sharp edges of the drive shaft can slice or puncture the oil seal. Be careful when removing the drive shaft from the transaxle.





4. Separate the left side drive shaft from the transaxle by prying with a bar inserted between the outer ring and the transaxle, as shown in the figure.

Joint Shaft Removal Note





1. Secure the shaft portion of the joint shaft in a vise.
2. As shown in the figure, insert a pry bar between the drive shaft and joint shaft, and tap on the bar to uncouple them.

Clip Installation Note





1. Install a new clip onto the joint shaft with the opening facing upward. Ensure that the diameter of the clip does not exceed the specification on installation.
2. After installation, measure the outer diameter. If it exceeds the specification, repeat Step 1 using a new clip.
Outer diameter specification 31.2 mm (1.23 Inch)

Drive Shaft And Joint Shaft Installation Note
1. Apply ATF to the oil seal lip.
2. Push the drive shaft and joint shaft into the transaxle.

Caution:
^ The sharp edges of the joint shaft can slice or puncture the oil seal. Be careful when installing the joint shaft to the transaxle.