Front Axle Retainer Removal/Installation

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.

Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
Remove the bushing through-bolt.

Fig 1: Removing Bushing Through-Bolt
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Remove the three retainer bracket bolts.

Fig 2: Removing Retainer Bracket Bolts
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Install in reverse order of removal.
1. Tightening Torque: Retainer Bracket Bolts
  1. 64-91 N.m { 6.5-9.3 kgfm, 47-67 ft.lb. }
2. Tightening Torque: Bushing Through Bolt
  1. 60-80 N.m { 6.1-8.2 kgfm, 45-59 ft.lb. }