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JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L8, LF, L3, MZR-CD (RF Turbo)]

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Caution

•  Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while the vehicle is being serviced.

1.  Drain the transaxle oil. (See TRANSAXLE OIL REPLACEMENT [G35M-R].) (See TRANSAXLE OIL REPLACEMENT [G66M-R].) (See TRANSAXLE OIL REPLACEMENT [A26M-R].) (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT [JA5AX-EL].)

2.  Remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor. (See FRONT ABS WHEEL-SPEED SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

3.  Remove in the order indicated in the table.

4.  Install in the reverse order of removal.

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1	Tie-rod end ball joint (See STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L8, LF, L3 (2WD)]) (See STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR-CD (RF Turbo)])
2	bolt
3	Lower arm (front, rear) ball joint (See FRONT LOWER ARM (FRONT) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
4	Stabilizer control link
5	Brake caliper component (See Brake Caliper Component Removal Note)
6	Disk plate (See FRONT BRAKE (DISC) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [EXCEPT 18 INCH WHEEL]) (See FRONT BRAKE (DISC) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [18 INCH WHEEL])
7	Wheel hub, steering knuckle and drive shaft (See Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle and Drive Shaft Removal Note)
8	Joint shaft bracket bolt
9	Joint shaft
10	Clip (See Clip Installation Note)

Brake Caliper Component Removal Note

1.  Suspend the caliper aside with wire.

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Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle and Drive Shaft Removal Note

Caution

•  The sharp edges of the joint shaft can slice or puncture the oil seal. Be careful when removing the joint shaft from the transaxle.

1.  Pull the joint shaft straight out.

2.  Install the SST to the transaxle after the joint shaft is removed.

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Clip Installation Note

1.  Install a new clip onto the joint shaft with the opening facing upward. Ensure that the diameter of the clip does not exceed the specification on installation.

2.  After installation, measure the outer diameter. If it exceeds the specification, repeat Step 1 using a new clip.

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