DIFFERENTIAL OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT


  1. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY


    1. A017FPR

      Remove the 2 bolts and engine under cover assembly RR.

    2. A017FXN

      Remove the 2 bolts, 2 screws, 5 clips and engine under cover assembly.

  2. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER


    1. A017D1W

      Remove the 6 bolts, 2 clips and No. 1 engine under cover.

  3. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER


    1. A017CNJ

      Remove the 2 bolts and No. 2 engine under cover.

  4. DRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID


    1. Remove the drain plug and gasket, and drain ATF.

    2. Install a new gasket and the drain plug.

      Torque:
      49 N*m  { 500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf }

  5. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL

  6. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT LH


    1. A017E4SE01

      Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the front axle hub nut.

      SST
      09930-00010

      Note

      Loosen the staked part of the nut completely, otherwise the threads of the drive shaft may be damaged.

    2. While applying the brakes, remove the front axle hub nut.

  7. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  8. SEPARATE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A017CL5

      Remove the nut and separate the front stabilizer link assembly from the front shock absorber.

      Tech Tips

      If the ball joint turns together with the nut, use a hexagon wrench (6 mm) to hold the stud.

  9. SEPARATE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  10. SEPARATE FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH


    1. A017CELE03

      Remove the bolt and resin clamp, and separate the front speed sensor.

  11. SEPARATE FRONT SPEED SENSOR RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  12. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Remove the cotter pin and the nut.

    2. A017D20E01

      Install SST to the tie rod end.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02060 )

      Note

      Make sure that the upper ends of the tie rod end and SST are aligned.

    3. Using SST, separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.

      A017D19E01
      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02010 )

      Note


      • When securing SST to the steering knuckle, be sure to tighten the string of SST to prevent it from falling.


      • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.


      • Be sure to place the wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.


      • Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.


      • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.


      • Do not damage the steering knuckle.

  13. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  14. SEPARATE NO. 1 FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM LH


    1. A017CVO

      Remove the bolt and 2 nuts, and separate the front lower suspension arm from the front lower ball joint.

  15. SEPARATE NO. 1 FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  16. SEPARATE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A017DYRE05

      Put matchmarks on the front drive shaft assembly and the front axle hub sub-assembly.

      Note

      Do not punch the marks.

    2. A017BEP

      Using a plastic hammer, separate the front drive shaft assembly from the front axle assembly.

      Note

      Be careful not to damage the drive shaft boot and speed sensor rotor.

  17. SEPARATE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  18. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A017BQ1E01

      Using SST, remove the front drive shaft assembly LH.

      SST
      09520-01010
      09520-24010   ( 09520-32040 )

      Note


      • Be careful not to damage the drive shaft dust cover, boot, or oil seal.

      • Be careful not to drop the drive shaft assembly.

  19. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH (for 2WD)


    1. A017DJR

      Remove the bearing bracket hole snap ring from the drive shaft bearing bracket.

    2. Remove the bolt and front drive shaft assembly RH from the drive shaft bearing bracket.

      Note

      Do not damage the boot or oil seal.

  20. SECURE FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A017F2ME04

      Using SST, secure the front axle hub bearing.

      SST
      09608-16042   ( 09608-02021, 09608-02041 )

      Note

      The hub bearing may be damaged if it is subjected to the vehicle's full weight, such as when moving the vehicle with the drive shaft removed. If it is necessary to place the vehicle's weight on the hub bearing, first support it with SST.

  21. SECURE FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  22. REMOVE DIFFERENTIAL SIDE BEARING RETAINER OIL SEAL


    1. A017CXJE02

      Using SST, pull out the oil seal.

      SST
      09308-00010

  23. REMOVE TRANSAXLE HOUSING OIL SEAL


    1. A017EZW

      Using SST, pull out the oil seal.

      SST
      09308-00010

  24. INSTALL TRANSAXLE HOUSING OIL SEAL


    1. A017C8PE04

      Coat the lip of a new oil seal with MP grease.

    2. Using SST and a hammer, install a new oil seal.

      SST
      09316-60011   ( 09316-00011 )
      Oil seal installation depth
      -0.5 to 0.5 mm (-0.020 to 0.020 in.)

  25. INSTALL DIFFERENTIAL SIDE BEARING RETAINER OIL SEAL


    1. A017F7CE01

      Coat the lip of a new oil seal with MP grease.

    2. Using SST and a hammer, install a new oil seal.

      SST
      09223-15020
      09950-70010   ( 09951-07150 )
      Oil seal installation depth
      -0.5 to 0.2 mm (-0.020 to 0.008 in.)

  26. INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A017CMX

      Align the shaft splines and install the drive shaft assembly LH with a brass bar and hammer.

      Note


      • Set the shaft snap ring with the opening facing down.

      • Be careful not to damage the drive shaft dust cover, boot, or oil seal.

      • Move the drive shaft assembly while keeping it level.

  27. INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH (for 2WD)


    1. Install the front drive shaft assembly RH.

    2. A017DJR

      Install a new bearing bracket hole snap ring and bolt.

      Torque:
      32 N*m  { 330 kgf*cm, 24 ft.*lbf }

      Note


      • Do not damage the boot or oil seal.

      • Move the drive shaft assembly while keeping it level.

  28. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A017DYRE05

      Align the matchmarks and install the front drive shaft assembly to the front axle hub sub-assembly.

  29. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  30. INSTALL NO. 1 FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM LH


    1. A017EOV

      Install the No. 1 front suspension lower arm to the front lower ball joint with the bolt and 2 nuts.

      Torque:
      92 N*m  { 938 kgf*cm, 68 ft.*lbf }

  31. INSTALL NO. 1 FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  32. INSTALL TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A017BJXE01

      Install the lock nut and the tie rod assembly LH to the steering rack end sub-assembly until the matchmarks are aligned.

      Tech Tips

      After adjusting toe-in, torque the lock nut.

  33. INSTALL TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  34. INSTALL FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH


    1. A017CELE03

      Install the resin clamp and front speed sensor with the bolt.

      Torque:
      8.5 N*m  { 87 kgf*cm, 75 in.*lbf }

      Note


      • Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the sensor tip.

      • Firmly insert the sensor body into the knuckle before tightening the bolt.

      • After installing the sensor to the knuckle, make sure that there is no clearance between the sensor stay and knuckle. Also make sure that no foreign matter is stuck between the parts.

      • To prevent interference between the sensor and magnetic rotor, do not rotate the sensor body during or after the insertion of the sensor body to the knuckle.

  35. INSTALL FRONT SPEED SENSOR RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  36. INSTALL FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A017CL5

      Install the front stabilizer link assembly to the front shock absorber with the nut.

      Torque:
      74 N*m  { 755 kgf*cm, 55 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      If the ball joint turns together with the nut, use a hexagon wrench (6 mm) to hold the stud bolt.

  37. INSTALL FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  38. INSTALL FRONT AXLE HUB NUT LH


    1. Clean the threaded parts on the drive shaft and axle hub nut using a non-residue solvent.

      Tech Tips


      • Be sure to perform this work for a new drive shaft.

      • Keep the threaded parts free of oil and foreign objects.

    2. A017BCD

      Using a socket wrench (30 mm), install a new axle hub nut.

      Torque:
      294 N*m  { 2996 kgf*cm, 216 ft.*lbf }

    3. Using a chisel and hammer, stake the front axle hub nut.

  39. INSTALL FRONT AXLE HUB NUT RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure for the LH side.

  40. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL

    Torque:
    103 N*m  { 1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf }

  41. ADD AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID

  42. INSPECT AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID

    Tech Tips

    Drive the vehicle so that the engine and transaxle are at normal operating temperature.

    Fluid temperature
    70 to 80°C (158 to 176°F)

    1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.

    2. A017FXGE05

      With the engine idling and the brake pedal depressed, move the shift lever to all positions from P to S1 and return to the P position.

    3. Take out the dipstick and wipe it clean.

    4. Put the dipstick back all the way.

    5. Take out the dipstick again and check that the fluid level is within the HOT range.

      If the fluid level is below the HOT range, add new fluid and recheck the fluid level.

      If the fluid level exceeds the HOT range, drain the fluid once, add the proper amount of new fluid and recheck the fluid level.

      If there are leaks, it is necessary to repair or replace O-rings, FIPGs, oil seals, plugs and/or other parts.

  43. INSTALL NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER


    1. A017CNJ

      Install the No. 2 engine under cover with the 2 bolts.

  44. INSTALL NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER


    1. A017D1W

      Install the No. 1 engine under cover with the 6 bolts and 2 clips.

  45. INSTALL ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY


    1. A017FXN

      Install the engine under cover assembly with the 2 bolts, 2 screws and 5 clips.

    2. A017FPR

      Install the engine under cover assembly RR with the 2 bolts.

  46. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT

    Tech Tips

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  47. INSTALL ABS SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL

    Tech Tips

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