Front Axle - 175 FIA: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support vehicle. (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
- Remove both front halfshafts. (Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/HALF SHAFT - REMOVAL)
- Remove front intermediate shaft assembly. (Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/INTERMEDIATE SHAFT - REMOVAL)
- Remove front propeller shaft. (Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT - REMOVAL)
- Remove RH catalytic converter/exhaust pipe assembly. (Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM/CATALYTIC CONVERTER - REMOVAL)
- Separate power steering return line (3) from cradle by unfastening clips (1).
- Remove front axle housing support bracket (1).
- Remove seven front axle assembly-to-oil pan bolts. Remove axle assembly (1) from vehicle.