Rear Driveshaft Installation

Rear Driveshaft Installation

NOTE: Before starting installation, make sure the mating surfaces of the joint and the splined section are free from dirt or dust.

1. Apply 1.5 - 2.0 g (0.05 - 0.07 oz) of grease to the whole splined surface (A). After applying grease, remove the grease from the splined grooves at intervals of 2-3 splines and from the set ring groove (B) so that air can bleed from the differential.





2. Install the outboard joint (A) into the rear hub (B).

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the wheel sensor (C).





3. Seat a new set ring in the set ring groove of the differential.
4. Clean the areas where the driveshaft contacts the differential thoroughly with brake cleaner, and dry with compressed air. Do not wash the rubber parts in solvent. Insert the inboard end (A) of the driveshaft into the differential (B) until the set ring (C) locks in the groove (D).





5. Install the rear differential.
6. Apply a small amount of engine oil to the seating surface of the new spindle nut (A).





7. Install a new spindle nut, then torque the nut. After tightening, use a drift to stake the spindle nut shoulder against the driveshaft (B).
8. Clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the wheel, then install the rear wheels and torque the wheels nuts.
9. Turn the rear wheel by hand, and make sure there is no interference between the driveshaft and surrounding parts.
10. Refill the differential with recommended fluid.
11. Check the front wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.