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.
Removal and Installation (Left Side): Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
- Refer to
"COMPONENTS " for tightening torque.CAUTION: Do not reuse non-reusable parts.
- In order to prevent damage to differential side oil seal, place Tool onto oil seal before inserting drive shaft as shown. Slide drive shaft into slide joint and tap with a hammer to install securely.
Tool number : KV38105500 (J-33904)
- Install new circlip on drive shaft in the circlip groove on transaxle side. Refer to
"DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY (LEFT SIDE) ".CAUTION: Make sure the new circlip on the drive shaft is securely fastened.
- After inserting drive shaft, try to pull the drive shaft out of the transaxle by hand. If it pulls out, the circlip is not properly meshed with the transaxle side gear.
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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.
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