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Differential Gear O-Ring Replacement [Aw6A-El]

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CAUTION:
  • The O-ring is easily damaged by the sharp edges of the drive shaft splines. Do not let the splines contact the O-ring.
  1. Remove the drive shaft and joint shaft. (See JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    CAUTION:
    • Do not damage the differential case.
  2. Remove and discard the O-ring using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not damage the O-ring.
    • Do not damage the differential case.
    Fig 1: Removing O-Ring
    G04970359Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the differential case.
  4. Install the drive shaft and joint shaft. (See JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)