Front Drive Shaft: Replacement

NOTE: Do not damage dust cover or oil seal.

Install driveshaft with circular clip gap facing upward as shown.

Fig 1: Installing Driveshaft With Circular Clip Gap Facing Upward
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Install a new clip so that opening is facing upward.
Measure outer diameter of clip after installing, and replace clip if it exceeds specification.
Outer diameter: 1.181 in (30 mm)

Fig 2: Measuring Outer Diameter Of Clip
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Install CV joint shaft support and tighten three bolts in order shown.
Tightening torque: 31-46 lb.ft (42-62 N.m, 4.3-6.3 kg.m

Fig 3: Installing CV Joint Shaft Support
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Push driveshaft onto CV joint shaft.
After installation, pull front hub outward to verify that driveshaft is securely held by circular clip.

Fig 4: Testing Driveshaft Position
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Apply transmission fluid oil around oil seal lip, and push driveshaft into transaxle.
NOTE: Do not damage dust boot. Do not damage oil seal of transaxle and CV joint shaft.
Install nut and secure it with a new cotter pin.
Tightening torque: 21-32 lb.ft (29-44 N.m, 3.0-4.5 kg.m)

Fig 5: Installing Tie Rod End
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Connect stabilizer bar to control link and tighten control link nut.
Tightening torque: 32-45 lb.ft (43-61 N.m, 4.4-6.2 kg.m)

Fig 6: Connecting Stabilizer Bar To Control Link
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Install a new driveshaft locknut and stake it, as shown.
Tightening torque: 54-205 lb.ft (210-279 N.m, 21.4-28.5 kg.m)

Fig 7: Installing A New Driveshaft Locknut
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Install wheel and tire.
Tightening torque: 65-87 lb.ft (88-118 N.m, 9.0-12.0 kg.m)
Lower vehicle.