Removal and Replacement
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Removal Service Points
Transaxle Mounting Removal
Jack up the transaxle assembly gently with a garage jack, and then remove the transaxle mounting.
CAUTION: When jacking up the transaxle assembly, support it over a wide area so force is not applied to only one part of it.
Engine Assembly Supporting
Set the special tool to the vehicle to support the engine assembly.
CAUTION:
1. Be sure to tie the cord of the special tool to the nearby part.
2. Loosen the nut but do not remove it.
CAUTION:
1. Be sure to tie the cord of the special tool to the nearby part.
2. Loosen the nut but do not remove it.
CAUTION:
1. Be sure to tie the cord of the special tool to the nearby part.
2. Loosen the nut but do not remove it.
1. Insert a lever between the transaxle case and the drive shaft to remove the drive shaft.
NOTE: The drive shaft should be removed with the hub and knuckle still attached.
CAUTION:
1. When the drive shaft is removed from the B.J. assembly, there is a danger that the T.J. assembly may be damaged, so always be sure to use a lever.
2. Do not insert the lever too far, as it may cause damage to the oil seal.
2. Suspend the removed drive shaft with wire so that there are no sharp bends in any of the joints.
3. Turn the right side of the drive shaft 90� toward the front of the vehicle so that it will not be a hindrance.
4. Use the special tool to cover the transaxle case to prevent foreign materials from getting into the transaxle case.
Remove the clutch release cylinder without disconnecting the oil line connection, and fix it to the vehicle chassis.
Installation Service Point
>A< Drive Shaft Installation
Provisionally install the drive shaft so that the TJ case of the drive shaft is straight, and not bent relative to the transaxle.
CAUTION: Care must be taken to ensure that the oil seal lip part of the transaxle is not damaged by the serrated part of the drive shaft.