Colt L4-1597cc 1.6L SOHC Turbo VIN F FI (1988)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Removal & Installation
1. On 1988 models, remove under cover and center member from vehicle.
2. On all models, remove hub nut cotter pin, hub nut and washer, then raise and support vehicle.
3. Remove lower ball joint from steering knuckle using tool No. MB991113 or equivalent.
4. Remove tie rod from steering knuckle using tool No. MB991113 or equivalent.
5. On drive axles equipped with center bearing, remove center bearing snap ring.
Fig. 9 Removing front drive axle from transaxle case
Fig. 10 Pressing front drive axle from hub
6. On drive axles not equipped with center bearing, insert pry bar between transaxle case and drive shaft, then pry drive axle from transaxle case.
Remove drive axle from hub using tool No. CT-1003 or equivalent. Do not pull on drive axle or joints will be damaged. Do not insert pry bar
further than necessary or damage to oil seal will result.
7. On drive axle equipped with center bearing, remove shaft from transaxle by lightly tapping Double Offset Joint (DOJ) with plastic hammer, then
drive the drive axle from hub by lightly tapping with plastic hammer. Do not pull on drive axle or joints will be damaged.
