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Front Drive Shaft (LH) Installation Note

CAUTION:
  • The sharp edges of the front drive shaft can slice or puncture the oil seal. Be careful when installing the front drive shaft to the transaxle.
  1. Apply transaxle oil or ATF to the oil seal lip.
  2. Apply grease (L2Y1 33247 or equivalent) to the wheel bearing inner race and front drive shaft contact surface (Area A in figure).
    Fig 1: Grease Applying Area To Wheel Bearing Inner Race And Front Drive Shaft Contact Surface
    G11427175Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Insert the front drive shaft into the wheel hub.
  4. Install the front drive shaft to the transaxle.
    Fig 2: Installing Front Drive Shaft To Transaxle
    G11427178Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. After installation, pull the transaxle side outer ring forward to confirm that the front drive shaft is securely held by the clip.
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