Locknut (Companion Flange) Disassembly Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Hold the companion flange using the SST and remove the locknut.

Fig 1: Holding Companion Flange
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