M35x AWD V6-35L (VQ35HR) (2010) Axle Shaft Assembly Removal and Replacement
Axle Shaft Assembly: Removal and Replacement
Front Drive Shaft
FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
Removal and Installation
COMPONENT
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with power tool.
2. Remove wheel sensor from steering knuckle. See: Brakes and Traction Control/Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems/Wheel Speed
Sensor/Service and Repair/Wheel Sensor.
CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
3. Remove brake hose bracket. See: Brakes and Traction Control/Hydraulic System/Diagrams.
4. Remove torque member fixing bolts with power tool. Hang torque member in a place where it will not interfere with work. See: Brakes and
Traction Control/Disc Brake System/Service and Repair.
CAUTION:
Do not depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
5. Remove disc rotor. See: Brakes and Traction Control/Disc Brake System/Brake Caliper/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Front.
6. Remove cotter pin, then loosen hub lock nut with power tool.
7. Separate wheel hub and bearing assembly from drive shaft by lightly tapping the end with a hammer (suitable tool) and a wood block, and then
remove hub lock nut.
CAUTION:
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Do not place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle. Also be careful not to overextend slide joint.