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Axle Assembly Front Removal / Installation

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Fig 1: Exploded View Of Axle Assembly (Front) (1 Of 2)
G04308672Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: Callouts For Exploded View Of Axle Assembly (Front) (2 Of 2)
G04308673Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the front drive axle shaft; see Drive Shaft, Front Axle Removal / Installation .
  2. Index the front propeller shaft to the companion flange.
    Fig 3: Indexing Front Driveshaft And Pinion Flange
    G04308674Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    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 4: Left Front Axle To Frame Bolt And Nut With Torque Specifications
    G04308675Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the other two axle to frame bolts and nuts.
    Fig 5: Axle To Frame Bolts And Nuts With Torque Specifications
    G04308676Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the axle.
    CAUTION:
    • It is important to install the spacer, between the pinion arm bushing and the frame, in the same position as when removed.
    NOTE:
    • Use new fasteners when installing the front axle.
  9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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