Cordia L4-2.0L SOHC (1984)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Removal and Replacement
1.
Remove dust cover and driveshaft nut.
2.
Raise and support vehicle.
3.
Drain transmission oil.
4.
Disconnect lower arm ball joint from knuckle, then remove stabilizer and strut bars from lower arm.
5.
Insert suitable pry bar between transmission case and driveshaft, then pry driveshaft from transmission. Do not pull on driveshaft and do not
insert pry bar deep enough to damage oil seal.
6.
Using tool MB990241 or equivalent, remove driveshaft from hub.
7.
Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Ensure that driveshaft washer is correctly installed.
b. Lower vehicle to ground, then attach and adjust driveshaft nut, torquing to 144-188 ft. lbs.
c. If cotter pin holes do not line up, tighten bolt without exceeding torque of 188 ft. lbs. until holes line up.
d. Install cotter pin.
