Halfshaft Seal - LH: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Loosen the strut and spring assembly top mount nuts by 5 turns.

Fig 1: Locating Spring Assembly Mount Nuts
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CAUTION: Leave the tie-rod end retaining nut in place to protect the ball joint stud.
Loosen the tie-rod end retaining nut.

Fig 2: Locating Tie-Rod End Retaining Nut
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CAUTION: Protect the ball joint seal using a soft cloth to prevent damage.
Using the special tool, detach the tie-rod from the wheel knuckle.
- Remove and discard the retaining nut.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool (211-001) Into Tie-Rod
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Detach the lower arm from the wheel knuckle.

Fig 4: Locating Lower Arm
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CAUTION: Support the halfshaft. The inner joint must not be bent more than 18 degrees. The outer joint must not be bent more than 45 degrees.
Using the special tools, detach the halfshaft from the transaxle.
- Allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
  
  Fig 5: Detaching Halfshaft From Transaxle Using Special Tools (100-001, 205-241)
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Remove the halfshaft seal.