Removal

AXLE: FRONT AXLE HUB: REMOVAL

REMOVAL

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
3. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT Removal
4. SEPARATE FRONT SPEED SENSOR (w/ ABS) Removal





5. SEPARATE FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the 2 bolts and separate the disc brake caliper from the steering knuckle.
NOTE: Hang the caliper using a piece of string or the equivalent.

6. REMOVE FRONT DISC Removal
7. SEPARATE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal
8. SEPARATE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY Removal
9. SEPARATE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM Removal
10. SEPARATE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY
(a) Using a plastic hammer, tap the end of the drive shaft and disengage the fitting between the drive shaft and front axle.
HINT: If it is difficult to disengage the fitting, tap the end of the drive shaft with a brass bar and hammer.

(b) Push the front axle out of the vehicle to remove the drive shaft from the front axle.
NOTICE:
- Do not push the front axle further out of the vehicle than is necessary.
- Do not damage the outboard joint boot.
- Do not damage the speed sensor rotor.
- Suspend the drive shaft with a piece of string or the equivalent.





(c) Remove the 2 nuts and 2 bolts and remove the front axle assembly.
HINT: Keep the nut from rotating while turning the bolt.