Transaxle
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SERVICE POINTS OF REMOVAL
15. DISCONNECTION OF DRIVE SHAFT
Insert a pry bar between the transaxle case and the drive shaft, and then pry the drive shaft from the transaxle.
CAUTION:
1. Do not pull on the drive shaft; doing so will damage the inboard joint; be sure to use the pry bar.
2. Do not insert the pry bar so deep to damaged the oil seal.
1. Take out the drive shaft by lightly tapping the drive shaft T.J. case with a plastic hammer.
NOTE: Remove the drive shaft with the hub and knuckle, etc., as an assembly.
CAUTION:
1. Removing the drive shaft from the outboard joint side can cause damage to the inboard joint. Always use a plastic hammer, etc., to remove the drive shaft.
2. Tapping on the center bearing can damage it. Never tap on the bearing.
2. Keep the removed drive shaft as far away from the transaxle case as possible, and secure (by using rope, etc.) the joints to the body so that it does not tall.