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Front Drive Shaft (LH) Installation Note

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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) to the wheel bearing inner race and front drive shaft contact surface (Area A in figure).
    Fig 1: Wheel Bearing Inner Race Grease Applying Area
    G11450491Courtesy 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
    G11450494Courtesy 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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