FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 1NR-FE) > REMOVAL

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1. Remove the 3 bolts and the engine under cover No. 2.
   

1. Using a socket hexagon wrench (6 mm), remove the drain plug and gasket and drain the fluid.
   

2. Using a socket hexagon wrench (6 mm), remove the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube and drain the fluid.
   

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   *1	No. 1 Transmission Oil Filler Tube

3. Using a socket hexagon wrench (6 mm), install the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube.
   

   Torque:

   0.8 N*m{ 8.2 kgf*cm , 7 in.*lbf }

4. Install a gasket and temporarily tighten the drain plug with a socket hexagon wrench (6 mm).
   

   HINT:

   Because the drain plug will be removed again, the gasket can be reused at this time.

1. Stop the vehicle in a level place.
   

2. Remove the manual transmission filler plug and the gasket.
   

3. Remove the manual transmission drain plug and gasket, and then drain the manual transaxle oil.
   

1. Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the axle hub nut.
   

   SST

   09930-00010  
   

   NOTICE:

   1. Insert SST into the groove with the flat surface facing up.
      
   2. Do not damage the tip of SST using a grinder.
      
   3. Completely unstake the staked part before removing the axle hub nut.
      
   4. Do not damage the threads of the drive shaft.
      

2. Using a 30 mm socket wrench, remove the axle hub nut.
   

1. Remove the 3 bolts and separate the speed sensor and flexible hose.
   

2. Remove the bolt and separate the speed sensor from the steering knuckle.
   

   NOTICE:

   1. Keep the speed sensor tip and installation area free of foreign matter.
      
   2. Remove the speed sensor without turning it from its original installation angle.
      

1. Remove the nut and separate the stabilizer link from the shock absorber.
   

1. Remove the clip and castle nut.
   

2. Install SST (spacer B) to the threaded section of the lower ball joint.
   

   SST

   09960-20010   (09961-02060)
   

   NOTICE:

   Make sure the upper ends of the threaded section of the lower ball joint and SST (spacer B) are aligned.

3. Using SST, separate the front lower suspension arm from the front axle assembly.
   
   

   
   
   
   

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   *1	Place the wrench here

   SST

   09960-20010   (09961-02010)
   

   NOTICE:

   1. Make sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.
      
   2. Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
      
   3. Be sure to place the wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.
      
   4. Do not damage the lower ball joint dust cover.
      
   5. Do not damage the drive shaft outboard joint boots.
      
   6. Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.
      

1. 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.

2. Push the front axle out of the vehicle to remove the drive shaft from the front axle.
   

   NOTICE:

   1. Do not push the front axle further out of the vehicle than is necessary.
      
   2. Do not damage the outboard joint boot.
      
   3. Do not damage the speed sensor rotor.
      
   4. Suspend the drive shaft with a piece of string or the equivalent.
      

1. Remove the 2 bolts and the 2 nuts, and the drive shaft heat insulator.
   

1. Using a screwdriver and hammer, remove the drive shaft.
   

   NOTICE:

   1. Do not damage the oil seal.
      
   2. Do not damage the inboard joint boot.
      
   3. Do not drop the drive shaft.
      

HINT:

Use the same procedure for the RH side as for the LH side.

SST

09608-16042   (09608-02021, 09608-02041)

HINT:

The hub bearing could be damaged if it is subjected to the vehicle's full weight, such as when moving the vehicle with the drive shaft removed. If it is absolutely necessary to place the vehicle's full weight on the hub bearing, first support it with SST.