Drive Axle Shafts: Installation
- Install NEW circlip on transaxle end of axle (if required). Replace oil seal (if necessary). Remove transaxle plug, and carefully install axle into transaxle. Ensure circlip snaps into retaining groove. On right drive axle shaft, install support bearing bracket bolts.
- Install axle into hub. Install NEW axle nut. Tighten all bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Stake NEW axle nut with blunt nose chisel. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.