Matrix FWD L4-1.8L (2ZR-FE) (2010)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Overhaul
Disassembly
DRIVE SHAFT / PROPELLER SHAFT: FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 2ZR-FE): DISASSEMBLY
1. REMOVE NO. 2 FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP
(a) Using pliers, remove the No. 2 front axle inboard joint boot clamp as shown in the illustration.
2. REMOVE FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP
(a) Using pliers, remove the front axle inboard joint boot clamp as shown in the illustration.
3. SEPARATE INBOARD JOINT BOOT
(a) Separate the inboard joint boot from the front axle inboard joint assembly.
4. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE INBOARD JOINT ASSEMBLY
(a) Place matchmarks on the front axle inboard joint assembly and front axle outboard joint shaft.
NOTICE:
Do not use a punch for the marks.
(b) Remove the front axle inboard joint assembly from the front axle outboard joint shaft.
(c) Using a snap ring expander, remove the shaft snap ring.