Removing The Drive Shaft
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CAUTION:
Do not pull the outer part of the shaft. Doing so could damage the axial stops in the joints.
Press out the wheel spindle. Detach the drive shaft from the hub. Do not damage the drive shaft boot. Use a tensioner band to pull the spring strut backwards. Remove the screws from the bearing cap for the drive shaft. Pull the drive shaft straight out.