MPV DX V6-2.5L DOHC (2000)
2. Wrap a rag around the ball joint dust boot.
3. Pry the lower arm out of the knuckle.
BRAKE CALIPER COMPONENT REMOVAL NOTE
1. Hang the brake caliper component.
2. Push the piston fully inward using the Special Service Tool (SST).
WHEEL HUB, STEERING KNUCKLE, DRIVE SHAFT AND JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL NOTE
Caution: The sharp edges of the joint shaft can slice or puncture the oil seal. Be careful when removing the joint shaft from the transaxle.
1. Pull the joint shaft straight out.
2. Install the SST into the transaxle to hold the side gears after the joint shaft is removed.
JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL NOTE
1. Secure the shaft portion of the joint shaft in a vise.
2. As shown in the figure, insert a pry bar between the drive shaft and the joint shaft and tap on the bar to uncouple them.
