SECTION 3. SEPARATION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS
1.SEPARATION OF THE FRONT
AXLE AND AXLE BRACKET
Parts which can be inspected during This
operation
-Center pivot
-Final case
-Differential gear
(1) Removal
1) Hold the front hitch or the front bracket
securely with a crane or stands.
2) Support the front axle with a jack
3) Remove both right-hand and left-hand
tie rods.
4) Remove the pivot metal bolts.
5) Remove the front axle assembly forward.
Fig.2-4 Front axle
Note:
When working on the 4WD version,the
drive shaft should be removed ahead of
time.
(2) Installation
1) Install the front axle assembly.
2) Install both pivot metals(supports)
Note:
Apply grease to the bushing and fill the oil seal with
grease ahead of time.Install the oil seal carefully not
to allow its lips to turn over.
3) install both of the right and left tie rod.
2-5
Fig.2-5 Drive shaft
FIG.2-6 Front axle