Driveshaft Installation

Driveshaft Installation





1. Pull the knuckle outward, and install the outboard joint into the rear hub.





2. Install the inboard joint (A) into the rear differential (B) by aligning the reference marks (C), then install the six inboard joint mounting bolts (D) and nuts (E).





3. Install the knuckle (A) onto the lower arm (B). Be careful not to damage the ball joint boat (C,). Wipe off the grease before tightening the nut at the ball joint. Torque the new castle nut (D) to the lower torque specification then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the pin hole. Do not align the nut by loosening it.

NOTE: Make sure the ball joint boot is not damaged or cracked.

4. Install the new cotter pin (E) into the pin hole, and bend the cotter pin.





5. Install the wheel sensor harness (A) on the upper arm.





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