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Driveshaft Installation

NOTE: Before starting installation, make sure the mating surfaces of the joint and the splined section are clean.
  1. Apply about 5 g (0.18 oz) of moly 60 paste (P/N 08734-0001) to the contact area (A) of the outboard joint and the front wheel bearing.
    NOTE: The paste helps to prevent noise and vibration.
    Fig 1: Applying Grease To Contact Area Of Outboard Joint And Front Wheel Bearing
    G06951343Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Install a new set ring (A) into the set ring groove (B) of the driveshaft inboard joint (except M/T model right driveshaft).
    Fig 2: Identifying Set Ring On Set Ring Groove Of Driveshaft Inboard Joint
    G06951344Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Install a new set ring (A) into the set ring groove (B) of the intermediate shaft (M/T model).
    Fig 3: Identifying Set Ring On Set Ring Groove Of Intermediate Shaft
    G06951345Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Apply 0.5-1.0 g (0.018-0.035 oz) of super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the whole splined surface (A) of the right driveshaft (M/T model). After applying grease, remove the grease from the splined grooves at intervals of 2-3 splines and from the set ring groove (B) so that air can bleed from the intermediate shaft.
    Fig 4: Applying Grease To Splined Surface Of Driveshaft
    G06951346Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Clean the areas where the driveshaft contacts the differential thoroughly with solvent, and dry them with compressed air.
    NOTE: Do not wash the rubber parts with solvent.
  6. Insert the inboard end (A) of the driveshaft into the differential (B) or the intermediate shaft (C) until the set ring (D) locks in the groove (E).
    NOTE: Insert the driveshaft horizontally to prevent damaging the oil seal.
    Fig 5: Inserting Inboard End Of Driveshaft Into Differential
    G06951347Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Install the outboard joint (A) into the front hub (B) on the knuckle.
    Fig 6: Installing Outboard Joint Into Front Hub On Knuckle
    G06951348Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Wipe off any grease contamination from the ball joint tapered section and threads, then install the knuckle (A) onto the lower arm (B). Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot. Wipe off the grease before tightening the nut at the ball joint. Torque a new castle nut (C) to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the ball joint pin hole.
    NOTE:
    • Make sure the ball joint boot is not damaged or cracked.
    • Do not align the nut by loosening it.
      Fig 7: Knuckle, Lower Arm And New Castle Nut With Torque Specifications
      G06951349Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Install the lock pin (D) into the ball joint pin hole.
  10. Apply a small amount of engine oil to the seating surface of a new spindle nut (A).
    Fig 8: Spindle Nut Shoulder With Torque Specifications
    G06951350Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Install the spindle nut, then tighten it. After tightening, use a drift to stake the spindle nut shoulder (B) against the driveshaft.
  12. Clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the wheel, then install the front wheel.
  13. Turn the front wheel by hand, and make sure there is no interference between the driveshaft and the surrounding parts.
  14. Refill the transmission with the recommended transmission fluid:
  15. Install the splash shield (see SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).
  16. Lower the vehicle.
  17. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
  18. Test-drive the vehicle.
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