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Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda B4000, 2002 Mazda B3000, and 2002 Mazda B2300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Front Axle Assembly
G01167019Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the front drive axle shaft. See FRONT DRIVE AXLE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
  2. Index the front propeller shaft to the companion flange.
    Fig 2: Index Marking Front Propeller Shaft To Companion Flange
    G01167020Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    3. NOTE: Do not allow the propeller shaft to hang unsupported.
  3. Disconnect the front driveshaft from the companion flange.
    1. Remove the four bolts and remove the universal joint spider retainers.
    2. Disconnect the driveshaft.
    3. Position the driveshaft aside.
  4. Disconnect the axle vent tube.
  5. Support the axle with a suitable jack.
  6. Remove the left front axle to frame bolt and nut.
    Fig 3: Removing Left Front Axle To Frame Bolt & Nut
    G01167021Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the other two axle to frame bolts and nuts.
    Fig 4: Removing Axle To Frame Bolts & Nuts
    G01167022Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the axle.
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