Mazda MX-6 1998, Workshop Manual

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DRIVE SHAFT
Boot Band Disassembly Note
1. Pry up the locking clips by using a screwdriver.
2. Pull back the end ot the band.
Clip Disassembly Note
Caution
•
Mark with paint; do not use a punch. The
component will be damaged.
1. Mark the drive shaft and outer ring for proper
assembly.
2. Remove the clip.
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Snap Ring Disassembly Note
Caution
•
Mark with paint; do not use a punch. The
component will be damaged.
1. Mark the drive shaft and inner ring for proper
assembly.
2. Remove the snap ring by using snap-ring pliers.
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Balls, Inner Ring, Cage Disassembly Note
Caution
•
Mark with paint; do not use a punch. The
component will be damaged.
1. Mark the inner ring and cage.
2. Turn the cage approximately 30 degrees and
pull the cage and balls away from the inner ring.
Boot Disassembly Note
Note
• The wheel side boot does not need to be
removed unless replacing it or the bell joint
and shaft assembly.
• Do not strip the tape until the boot is
assembled.
1. Wrap the shaft splines with tape.
2. Remove the boot.
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ABS Sensor Rotor Disassembly Note
Note
• The sensor rotor does not need to be removed
unless replacing it.
• Tap the ABS sensor rotor off the bell joint outer
race by using a chisel.
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