Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Mini
01 Introduction02 General information03 Information04 Engine05 Emission control06 Engine management system - MEMS07 Fuel delivery system08 Cooling system09 Manifold & exhaust systems10 Clutch11 Manual gearbox12 Drive shafts13 Steering14 Suspension15 Brakes16 Restraint systems17 Body18 Heating & ventilation19 Wipers & washers20 Electrical21 Instruments
Mini Mini Workshop Manual (1996-2000)12 · Drive shafts
12 · Transmission

Drive shaft and outer joint (page 5 of 5)

Make
Mini
Model
Mini Workshop Manual
Year
1996–2000
Section
Repairs
Drive shaftsDrive shaft and outer joint · page 5 of 5

Refit

  1. Clean both ends of drive shaft.
Clean both ends of drive shaft.
  1. Fit hub bearing water shield onto drive shaft as shown: ’A’ = 6 mm approximately.
  2. Lubricate end of drive shaft and fit to inboard joint.

NOTE: Ensure shaft is securely retained by joint.

  1. Clean front hub ball joints and mating faces of suspension arms.
  2. Fit front hub to drive shaft and engage upper and lower ball joints on suspension arms.
  3. Fit nuts and washers securing suspension arms to front hub and tighten to 52 Nm.
  4. Connect steering rack track rod end to front hub, fit nut and tighten to 30 Nm.
  5. Clean front brake disc.
  6. Fit brake caliper to front hub.
  7. Fit 2 bolts and washers securing brake caliper to front hub and tighten to 52 Nm.
  8. Fit road wheel.
  9. Position jack beneath lower suspension arm and raise front suspension.
  10. Remove wedge between suspension arm and subframe.
  11. Position rebound rubber and secure with screw.
  12. Remove jack from beneath suspension arm.
  13. Remove stand(s) and lower vehicle.
  14. Fit split collar and tighten hub nut to 260 Nm.
  15. Align nut to next split pin hole and fit new split pin.

Parts & tools for this job For 1996 Mini Mini

Links open Amazon search results in a new tab. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.