Flex FWD V6-3.5L (2010)
9. Remove and discard the upper arm-to-wheel knuckle nut and bolt and disconnect the knuckle from the upper arm.
10. Remove and discard the shock absorber lower bolt and disconnect the shock absorber from the knuckle bracket.
11. Loosen, but do not remove the lower arm-to-wheel knuckle bolt.
12. Using the Front Hub Remover, separate the halfshaft outer CV joint from the hub bearing.
13. Swing the wheel knuckle outward and remove the halfshaft outer CV joint from the hub bearing.
14. NOTICE: Do not damage the oil seal when removing the axle halfshaft from the differential.
Using a suitable pry bar, remove the halfshaft inner CV joint from the differential.
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Remove the halfshaft from the vehicle.
15. Remove and discard the circlip from the halfshaft.
Installation
NOTE: Before tightening suspension bushing fasteners, use a jackstand to raise the rear suspension until the distance between the center of the hub and
the lip of the fender is equal to the measurement taken in the removal procedure (curb height).
1. NOTICE: The circlips are unique in size and shape for each shaft. Make sure to use the specified circlip for the application or vehicle
damage may occur.
Install a new circlip on the halfshaft.
2. Using the Axle Seal Protector, install the halfshaft inner CV joint into the differential.
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Make sure the circlip locks in the side gear.