Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Front Drive Halfshafts
The front drive halfshafts are splined to drive the front wheel hubs. The LH halfshaft uses a circlip to retain the inner constant velocity (CV) joint stub shaft in the differential side gear. The RH halfshaft is connected to an intermediate shaft with a circlip. The intermediate shaft is also driven by a differential side gear.
The halfshafts and intermediate shaft consists of the following components:
- Inner CV joints
- Outer CV joints
- A support bearing on the intermediate shaft
The shafts are serviced as assemblies only.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.