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Drive Pinion Component Disassembly Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the removed locknut to the drive pinion top to prevent damage to the thread.
  2. Remove the drive pinion component by tapping the locknut lightly using a plastic hammer.
  3. Remove the locknut installed in Step  1.
    Fig 1: Removing Drive Pinion Component By Tapping Locknut Lightly Using Plastic Hammer
    G03702295Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.