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.
Description & Operation
Power from transaxle is transferred to driving wheels by 2 axle shafts. Both axle shafts consist of inner and outer CV joints with an interconnecting shaft. CV joints are enclosed in grease-filled CV joint boots. Shaft is splined on both ends.
Circlips retain the interconnecting shaft in the CV joints. A circlip retains the inner CV joint stub shaft in the differential side gear. Outer CV joint stub shaft is splined into the wheel hub and secured by a spindle nut. Outer CV joints have a high angle capability to accommodate turning angles. Inner CV joints are plunger type, to allow for suspension travel. See Figure .
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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.