Drivetrain
Removal
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REMOVAL CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
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HINT:
- Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
- The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
2. DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL OIL
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3. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB GREASE CAP
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4. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT
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5. REMOVE FRONT SPEED SENSOR
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6. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
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7. DISCONNECT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ATTACHMENT LH
(a) Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the lower ball joint attachment from the steering knuckle.
8. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Using SST, remove the front drive shaft.
SST: 09520-01010
SST: 09520-24010
09520-32040
NOTICE:
- Be careful not to damage the dust cover or oil seal.
- Keep the drive shaft level while handling it.
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