ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
1) Undo caulking and remove drive shaft nut (1) and washer.
A: Undo caulking
2) Hoist vehicle.
3) Remove wheel.
4) Remove tie-rod end split pin (1) and castle nut (2).
5) Disconnect tie-rod end (3) from steering knuckle (4) by using
special tool.
Special Tool
(A): 09913-65210
6) Drain transmission fluid.
7) Using large size lever (1), pull out drive shaft joint (2) so as to
release snap ring fitting of joint spline at differential side.
8) Disconnect front suspension control arm ball stud (1) from
steering knuckle (2) by pushing down stabilizer bar (4) after re-
moving stud bolt (3).
9) Remove drive shaft assembly.
CAUTION:
To prevent breakage of boots, be careful not to bring
them into contact with other parts, when removing
drive shaft assembly.
FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
4-3