FixVault

Installation Note

  1. Use the Axle Bearing/Seal Installer SST  49 UN01 028 and Driver Handle SST  49-F027-003 to replace the RH axle tube bearing.
    Fig 1: Replacing RH Axle Tube Bearing
    G03729591Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Set bearing depth as shown.
    Fig 2: Setting Bearing Depth
    G03729592Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Use the Axle Bearing/Seal Installer SST  49 UN01 028 and Driver Handle SST  49-F027-003 to replace the axle seal.
    CAUTION:
    • Care should be taken not to damage the axle seal surface.
      Fig 3: Installing Axle Seal
      G03729593Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the axle shaft.
  5. Refill the front drive axle to proper level using axle lubricant meeting specification API Service GL-5.
  6. Install the RH driveshaft; see DRIVE SHAFT, FRONT AXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .