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DRIV
FRONT CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINTS, DIFFERENTIAL
GEAR AND DRIVE SHAFT
FRONT CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINTS, DIFFERENTIAL GEAR AND
DRIVE SHAFT
LS
LS
6
5
3
2
4
T
R
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55 Nm (5.5 m
•
kg, 40 ft
•
Ib)
T
R
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55 Nm (5.5 m
•
kg, 40 ft
•
Ib)
1
1
LS
LS
Order
Job/Part
Q’ty
Remarks
Removing the front constant veloc-
ity joints, differential gear and drive
shaft
Remove the parts in the order listed.
Front skid plate
Refer to “SEATS, ENCLOSURE, HOOD
AND CARGO BED” in chapter 8.
Differential gear oil
Drain.
Steering knuckle
Refer to “STEERING SYSTEM” in chap-
ter 8.
Front lower arms
Refer to “FRONT ARMS AND FRONT
SHOCK ABSORBER” in chapter 8.
1
Constant velocity joint
2
2
Gear motor coupler/On-Command
four-wheel drive switch and differential
gear lock switch coupler
1/1
Disconnect.
3
Differential gear case breather hose
1
Disconnect.
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