RM38N0EC _52 Drivetrain _111807 DRIVE SHAFT / PROPELLER SHAFT _0503131 FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY A

DRIVE SHAFT / PROPELLER SHAFT  FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY  REASSEMBLY  


PROCEDURE

Hide 1.INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BEARING (for Gasoline Model AWD RH Side)

a.
C278916
0.521,0.271 0.677,0.271 0.677,0.271 0.854,0.479 false 0.469,1.708 0.708,1.708 false 0.156,0.219 0.615,0.417 0.458,0.198 10 false SST 0.135,1.615 0.594,1.813 0.458,0.198 10 false SST
*a Steel Plate


Using SST and a press, press in the front drive inboard joint assembly RH until the new front drive shaft bearing contacts the edge of the front drive inboard joint assembly RH.

SST
09527-10011  
09710-30012  (09710-04081)

NOTICE:
·

Make sure the front drive shaft bearing contacts the edge of the front drive inboard joint assembly RH, but do not press it in more than necessary.

·

Do not apply weight to the dust cover and outer race of the front drive shaft bearing.




b.
C127665

Using a snap ring expander, install a new snap ring.

NOTICE:

The snap ring should be installed completely.



Hide 2.INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT DUST COVER RH (for Gasoline Model AWD RH Side)

a.
C445309
0.323,1.417 0.49,1.417 0.49,1.417 0.573,1.75 false 0.031,1.333 0.49,1.531 0.458,0.198 10 false SST 2.969,0.99 3.219,1.24 0.25,0.25 10 false (A)

Using SST and a press, install a new front drive shaft dust cover RH to the front drive inboard joint assembly as shown in the illustration.

SST
09527-10011  

Dimension (A):

87.7 to 88.3 mm (3.46 to 3.47 in.)


NOTICE:
·

Make sure to install the front drive shaft dust cover RH in the correct direction.

·

Do not damage the front drive shaft dust cover RH.

·

The front drive shaft dust cover RH should be installed completely.




Hide 3.INSTALL FRONT AXLE OUTBOARD JOINT BOOT

a.

Secure the drive shaft in a vise between aluminum plates.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.



b.
C166359C04
1.917,0.885 2.427,0.375 2.427,0.375 2.792,0.375 false 2.823,0.281 3.177,0.49 0.354,0.208 10 *a
*a Protective Tape


Wrap the splines of the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly with protective tape to prevent the boot from being damaged.


c.
C274280
1.031,1.781 1.031,1.406 false 2.979,1.813 2.979,1.229 false 1.656,1.802 1.656,1.479 false 2.417,1.802 2.417,1.375 false 0.979,1.813 1.292,1.969 0.313,0.156 10 false *1 1.615,1.844 1.927,2 0.313,0.156 10 false *2 2.354,1.833 2.667,1.99 0.313,0.156 10 false *3 2.917,1.833 3.229,1.99 0.313,0.156 10 false *4
*1 Front Drive Outboard Joint Shaft Assembly
*2 Front No. 2 Axle Outboard Joint Boot Clamp
*3 Front Axle Outboard Joint Boot
*4 Front Axle Outboard Joint Boot Clamp
V100135

Outboard joint side
V100136

Inboard joint side


Install new parts to the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly in the following order:

i.

Front No. 2 axle outboard joint boot clamp


ii.

Front axle outboard joint boot


iii.

Front axle outboard joint boot clamp



d.

Pack the joint portion of the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly and front axle outboard joint boot with grease.

i.

for Gasoline Model 2WD, HV Model:

Standard Grease Capacity(for Type A):

83 to 103 g (2.93 to 3.63 oz)


Standard Grease Capacity(for Type B):

205.0 to 215.0 g (7.24 to 7.58 oz)



ii.

for Gasoline Model AWD:

Standard Grease Capacity:

83 to 103 g (2.93 to 3.63 oz)




e.

Install the front axle outboard joint boot to the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly groove.

NOTICE:
·

Do not allow grease to adhere to the boot clamp track of the outboard joint boot.

·

Keep the inside of the outboard joint boot free of foreign matter.




Hide 43447E 4.INSTALL FRONT AXLE OUTBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP (for Type A)

a.

Secure the drive shaft in a vise between aluminum plates.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.



b.

Install the front axle outboard joint boot clamp to the front axle outboard joint boot.


c.
C298538
2.219,1.26 2.74,1.26 true 2.792,1.177 3.25,1.375 0.458,0.198 10 false SST 2.448,1.719 2.76,1.917 0.313,0.198 10 false *a 1.542,0.125 1.854,0.323 0.313,0.198 10 false *b
*a Turn
*b Hold


Place SST to the front axle outboard joint boot clamp, press it against the boot and slightly tighten SST.

SST
09521-24010  


d.

Tighten SST so that the front axle outboard joint boot clamp is pinched.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten SST.



e.

Remove SST.


f.
C164317
1.781,1.5 2.531,1.5 false 2.573,1.417 3.031,1.615 0.458,0.198 10 false SST

Using SST, measure the clearance of the front axle outboard joint boot clamp.

SST
09240-00021  

Clearance:

1.2 to 4.0 mm (0.0472 to 0.1575 in.)


If the clearance is not as specified, retighten SST.


Hide 43447F 5.INSTALL FRONT NO. 2 AXLE OUTBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP (for Type A)

a.

Secure the drive shaft in a vise between aluminum plates.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.



b.

Install the front No. 2 axle outboard joint boot clamp to the front axle outboard joint boot.


c.
C285537C04
0.708,0.646 1.469,1.021 false 2.656,0.594 2.969,0.792 0.313,0.198 10 false *a 1.219,0.292 1.531,0.49 0.313,0.198 10 false *b 0.427,0.552 0.885,0.75 0.458,0.198 10 false SST
*a Turn
*b Hold


Place SST onto the front No. 2 axle outboard joint boot clamp, press it against the boot and slightly tighten SST.

SST
09521-24010  


d.

Tighten SST so that the front No. 2 axle outboard joint boot clamp is pinched.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten SST.



e.

Remove SST.


f.
C106165N13
2.031,1.031 2.698,1.844 false 2.646,1.865 3.094,2.104 0.448,0.24 10 SST

Using SST, measure the clearance of the front No. 2 axle outboard joint boot clamp.

SST
09240-00021  

Clearance:

1.2 to 4.0 mm (0.0472 to 0.1575 in.)


If the clearance is not as specified, retighten SST.


Hide 43447F 6.INSTALL FRONT NO. 2 AXLE OUTBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP (for Type B)

CAUTION:
·

Wear protective gloves when installing the front No. 2 axle outboard joint boot clamp.

·

If protective gloves are not worn, injuries may occur.



a.
C107943

Install the front No. 2 axle outboard joint boot clamp to the front axle outboard joint boot and partially bend down the lever.

NOTICE:
·

Make sure the front No. 2 axle outboard joint boot clamp is positioned correctly within the groove of the front axle outboard joint boot as far toward the inside of the vehicle as possible.

·

Before bending the lever, confirm that the front No. 2 axle outboard joint boot clamp and the lever are not deformed or damaged.




b.
C158355
1.521,0.333 1.854,0.625 0.333,0.292 10 false *a 2.219,2.063 2.552,2.333 0.333,0.271 10 false *b
*a Weight
*b Contact


Lean your weight on your hand and roll the outboard joint forward while pressing the outboard joint against the work surface. Roll the outboard joint and fold the lever until a click sound can be heard.

NOTICE:
·

Do not damage the deflector.

·

Make sure that the outboard joint is in direct contact with the work surface.




c.
C265825
1.698,3.75 1.031,4.448 1.031,4.448 1.917,3.802 true 0.865,4.396 1.146,4.583 0.281,0.188 10 false *a
*a Buckle


Using a plastic hammer, bend the buckle to secure the lever and confirm that the tip of the lever is aligned with the buckle as shown in the illustration.

NOTICE:
·

Do not use excessive force when tapping with the plastic hammer.

·

Do not damage the front axle outboard joint boot.




Hide 43447E 7.INSTALL FRONT AXLE OUTBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP (for Type B)

CAUTION:
·

Wear protective gloves when installing the front axle outboard joint boot clamp.

·

If protective gloves are not worn, injuries may occur.



a.
C107948

Install the front axle outboard joint boot clamp to the front axle outboard joint boot and partially bend down the lever.

NOTICE:
·

Make sure that the front axle outboard joint boot clamp is correctly positioned within the groove.

·

Confirm that the front axle outboard joint boot clamp and lever are not deformed or damaged.




b.
C158356
2.469,0.938 2.771,1.219 0.302,0.281 10 false *a
*a Place the tip near the center of the lever


Using water pump pliers, temporarily secure the front axle outboard joint boot clamp by pinching the front axle outboard joint boot clamp until a click sound is heard.

NOTICE:

Do not damage the front axle outboard joint boot.



c.
C264475
1.375,3.552 1.073,4.313 1.073,4.313 1.646,3.563 true 0.906,4.281 1.219,4.479 0.313,0.198 10 false *a
*a Buckle


Using a plastic hammer, bend the buckle to secure the lever and confirm that the tip of the lever is aligned with the buckle as shown in the illustration.

NOTICE:
·

Do not use excessive force when tapping with the plastic hammer.

·

Do not damage the front axle outboard joint boot.




Hide 43474E 8.INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT DAMPER (for LH Side)

a.

for Type A:

i.
C319690
0.719,1.688 0.719,1.375 false 0.208,1.677 0.208,1.323 false 1.406,1.677 1.406,1.323 false 1.344,1.698 1.656,1.854 0.313,0.156 10 false *1 0.667,1.708 0.979,1.865 0.313,0.156 10 false *2 1.802,0.313 1.958,0.51 0.156,0.198 10 false A 0.146,1.708 0.458,1.865 0.313,0.156 10 false *1
*1 Front Drive Shaft Damper Clamp
*2 Front Drive Shaft Damper


Temporarily install the front drive shaft damper and 2 new front drive shaft damper clamps to the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly as shown in the illustration.


ii.

Set the dimension (A) as specified below.

Dimension (A):

223.4 to 227.4 mm (8.80 to 8.95 in.)




b.

for Type B:

i.
C378898
1.417,1.688 1.417,1.313 false 0.729,1.688 0.729,1.375 false 0.208,1.688 0.208,1.313 false 1.521,0.323 1.677,0.521 0.156,0.198 10 false A 1.365,1.698 1.677,1.896 0.313,0.198 10 false *1 0.667,1.698 0.979,1.896 0.313,0.198 10 false *2 0.125,1.698 0.438,1.896 0.313,0.198 10 false *1
*1 Front Drive Shaft Damper Clamp
*2 Front Drive Shaft Damper


Temporarily install the front drive shaft damper and 2 new front drive shaft damper clamps to the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly as shown in the illustration.


ii.

Set the dimension (A) as specified below.

Dimension (A):

277.9 to 281.9 mm (10.95 to 11.09 in.)




Hide 43474G 9.INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT DAMPER CLAMP (for LH Side)

a.

Secure the drive shaft in a vise between aluminum plates.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.



b.

for Type A:

i.
C314741
0.51,1.844 0.698,1.938 0.698,1.938 1,1.76 false 0.635,1.938 0.948,2.094 0.313,0.156 10 false *a
*a Claw


Using needle-nose pliers, engage each claw to install the 2 front drive shaft damper clamps as shown in the illustration.

NOTICE:
·

Be sure to install the clamps in the correct position.

·

Do not damage the front drive shaft damper .

·

Do not damage the claws.





c.

for Type B:

i.
C411296
1.594,1.073 1.229,0.51 1.229,0.51 1.125,0.51 true 0.771,0.427 1.083,0.583 0.313,0.156 10 false SST 2.688,1.844 3,2.042 0.313,0.198 10 true *a 1.813,0.146 2.125,0.344 0.313,0.198 10 true *b
*a Turn
*b Hold


Place SST onto the front drive shaft damper clamp, press it against the damper and slightly tighten SST.

SST
09521-24010  


ii.

Tighten SST so that the front drive shaft damper clamp is pinched.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten SST.



iii.
C411297
0.635,1.24 1.063,1.24 true 0.333,1.167 0.792,1.365 0.458,0.198 10 false SST

Using SST, measure the clearance of the front drive shaft damper clamp.

SST
09240-00021  

Clearance:

0.5 to 1.5 mm (0.0197 to 0.0590 in.)


If the clearance is not as specified, retighten SST.



d.

for Type C:

i.
C292475

Using needle-nose pliers, install the 2 front drive shaft damper clamps as shown in the illustration.

NOTICE:
·

Be sure to install the clamps in the correct position.

·

Do not damage the front drive shaft damper.





Hide 43040 10.INSTALL FRONT DRIVE INBOARD JOINT ASSEMBLY

a.
C274277C02
0.688,1.875 0.688,1.333 false 1.698,1.854 1.698,1.615 false 2.49,1.875 2.49,1.667 false 2.927,1.885 2.927,1.25 false 0.625,1.896 0.938,2.052 0.313,0.156 10 *1 1.635,1.896 1.948,2.052 0.313,0.156 10 *2 2.417,1.906 2.729,2.063 0.313,0.156 10 *3 2.875,1.896 3.188,2.052 0.313,0.156 10 *a
*1 Front Axle Inboard Joint Boot Clamp
*2 Front Axle Inboard Joint Boot
*3 Front No. 2 Axle Inboard Joint Boot Clamp
*a Protective Tape
V100135

Outboard Joint Side
V100136

Inboard Joint Side


Install new parts to the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly in the following order:

i.

Front axle inboard joint boot clamp


ii.

Front axle inboard joint boot


iii.

Front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp



b.

Secure the drive shaft in a vise between aluminum plates.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.



c.

Remove the protective tape.


d.
C411292
1.438,1.719 2.531,1.958 2.531,1.958 2.021,1.365 true 2.604,1.875 2.927,2.104 0.323,0.229 10 false *a
*a Matchmark


Align the matchmarks and install the tripod joint to the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly.

NOTICE:

Face the serrated side of the tripod joint outward and install it to the outboard joint end.



e.

Using a brass bar and a hammer, install the tripod joint to the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly.

NOTICE:
·

Do not tap the rollers.

·

Keep the tripod joint free of foreign matter.

·

Be sure to install the tripod joint in the correct direction.




f.
C160818
0,0 0,0 false

Using a snap ring expander, install a new shaft snap ring to the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly.


g.

Pack the front drive inboard joint assembly and front axle inboard joint boot with grease.

i.

for Gasoline Model 2WD, HV Model:

Standard Grease Capacity(for Type A):

170 to 190 g (6.00 to 6.70 oz)


Standard Grease Capacity(for Type B):

205.0 to 215.0 g (7.24 to 7.58 oz)



ii.

for Gasoline Model AWD:

Standard Grease Capacity:

170 to 190 g (6.00 to 6.70 oz)




h.

for Type A:

i.
C164752
2.177,1.667 2.531,1.667 2.531,1.667 2.531,1.365 false 2.021,1.573 2.333,1.771 0.313,0.198 10 false *a
*a Groove


Install a new front axle inboard joint grommet to the inboard joint groove.

NOTICE:

Securely fit the protrusion on the front axle inboard joint grommet into the inboard joint groove.




i.
C158439
1.948,0.667 0.938,0.25 0.938,0.25 1.396,1.281 false 0.74,0.167 0.927,0.344 0.188,0.177 10 false *a
*a Matchmark


Align the matchmarks and install the front drive inboard joint assembly to the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly.


Hide 11.INSTALL FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT

a.

Install the front axle inboard joint boot to the front drive inboard joint assembly.


b.

for Gasoline Model 2WD, HV Model:

i.
C500316
0.271,0.333 0.646,0.573 0.375,0.24 10 false *A 0.146,1.635 0.521,1.875 0.375,0.24 10 false *B 1.448,1.188 1.677,1.5 0.229,0.313 10 false A 1.531,2.531 1.76,2.844 0.229,0.313 10 false A
*A for LH Side
*B for RH Side


Check whether the dimension (A) of each drive shaft is within the specification.

NOTICE:
·

Keep the grooves free of grease.

·

Keep the inside of the front axle inboard joint boot free of foreign matter.

·

Keep the drive shaft assembly level during inspection.



Dimension (A)(for Type A):
for LH Side 605.2 mm (1.99 ft.)
for RH Side 905.0 mm (2.97 ft.)


Dimension (A)(for Type B):
for LH Side 607.6 mm (1.99 ft.)
for RH Side 906.4 mm (2.97 ft.)




c.

for Gasoline Model AWD:

i.
C445317
0.177,0.333 0.552,0.573 0.375,0.24 10 false *A 0.177,1.635 0.552,1.875 0.375,0.24 10 false *B 1.448,1.177 1.677,1.49 0.229,0.313 10 false A 1.479,2.552 1.708,2.865 0.229,0.313 10 false A
*A for LH Side
*B for RH Side


Check whether the dimension (A) of each drive shaft is within the specification.

NOTICE:
·

Keep the grooves free of grease.

·

Keep the inside of the front axle inboard joint boot free of foreign matter.

·

Keep the drive shaft assembly level during inspection.



Dimension (A):
for LH Side 605.2 mm (1.99 ft.)
for RH Side 913.5 mm (3.00 ft.)




Hide 43448F 12.INSTALL FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP (for Type A)

a.

Secure the drive shaft in a vise between aluminum plates.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.



b.

Install the front axle inboard joint boot clamp to the front axle inboard joint boot.


c.
C296175
1.74,1.396 2.104,1.708 2.104,1.708 2.729,1.708 true 2.781,1.625 3.24,1.823 0.458,0.198 10 false SST 2.729,0.094 3.042,0.292 0.313,0.198 10 false *a 1.448,0.521 1.76,0.719 0.313,0.198 10 false *b
*a Turn
*b Hold


Place SST onto the front axle inboard joint boot clamp, press it against the boot and slightly tighten SST.

SST
09521-24010  


d.

Tighten SST so that the front axle inboard joint boot clamp is pinched.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten SST.



e.

Remove SST.


f.
C195760
1.531,1.5 2.365,1.5 false 2.406,1.417 2.854,1.667 0.448,0.25 10 false SST

Using SST, measure the clearance of the front axle inboard joint boot clamp.

SST
09240-00021  

Clearance:

1.2 to 4.0 mm (0.0472 to 0.1575 in.)


If the clearance is not as specified, retighten SST.


Hide 43448G 13.INSTALL FRONT NO. 2 AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP (for Type A)

a.

Secure the drive shaft in a vise between aluminum plates.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.



b.

Install the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp to the front axle inboard joint boot.


c.
C298539
0.677,1.625 1.521,1.625 1.521,1.625 2.146,1.125 true 0.385,1.542 0.844,1.74 0.458,0.198 10 false SST 2.281,1.76 2.594,1.958 0.313,0.198 10 false *a 1.938,0.073 2.25,0.271 0.313,0.198 10 false *b
*a Turn
*b Hold


Place SST onto the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp, press it against the boot and slightly tighten SST.

SST
09521-24010  


d.

Tighten SST so that the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp is pinched.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten SST.



e.

Remove SST.


f.
C086270
0.708,1.333 1.125,1.333 1.125,1.333 1.656,0.885 true 0.406,1.25 0.865,1.448 0.458,0.198 10 false SST

Using SST, measure the clearance of the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp.

SST
09240-00021  

Clearance:

1.2 to 4.0 mm (0.0472 to 0.1575 in.)


If the clearance is not as specified, retighten SST.


Hide 43448G 14.INSTALL FRONT NO. 2 AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP (for Type B)

CAUTION:
·

Wear protective gloves when installing the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp.

·

If protective gloves are not worn, injuries may occur.



NOTICE:

A new front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp is coated with lubricant. Do not remove the lubricant.


a.

Install the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp to the front axle inboard joint boot.

HINT:
C375365
1.688,0.531 1.958,0.302 false 0.677,0.833 1.083,0.833 false 0.406,2.656 0.938,2.656 false 2,0.188 2.365,0.406 0.365,0.219 10 false *a 0.5,0.729 0.813,0.927 0.313,0.198 10 false *1 0.229,2.552 0.542,2.75 0.313,0.198 10 false *2 1.698,1.094 2.01,1.281 0.313,0.188 10 false A 2.729,3.021 3.042,3.208 0.313,0.188 10 false A 0.635,3.021 0.948,3.208 0.313,0.188 10 false A
*1 Front No. 2 Axle Inboard Joint Boot Clamp
*2 Front Axle Inboard Joint Boot
*a Bending Point


To make installation easier, align the bending point of the lever of the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp with any of the positions indicated by the arrows (A) shown in the illustration.



b.
C375366
1.042,0.781 1.667,0.781 true 0.865,0.677 1.177,0.875 0.313,0.198 10 false *a
*a Welded Area


Temporarily bend the lever of the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp.

NOTICE:
·

Make sure the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp is positioned correctly within the groove of the front axle inboard joint boot as far toward the inside of the vehicle as possible.

·

Before bending the lever, confirm that the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp and the lever are not deformed or damaged.



HINT:

When temporarily bending the lever, push the lever at the welded area.



c.
C375368

Using water pump pliers, temporarily secure the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp by pinching the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp until a click sound is heard.

NOTICE:
·

Do not damage the front axle inboard joint boot.

·

To avoid deformation of the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp, set one tip of the water pump pliers on the welded area of the lever.



HINT:
·

As the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp is tightened, the tip of the water pump pliers will slide along the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp until it contacts the protrusion.

·

Set the water pump pliers to an appropriate size before tightening the front No. 2 axle inboard joint boot clamp.




d.
C378931
2.594,0.635 2.073,0.271 2.073,0.271 2.792,0.625 true 1.885,0.177 2.177,0.417 0.292,0.24 10 false *a
*a Buckle


Using a plastic hammer, bend the buckle to secure the lever.

NOTICE:
·

Do not use excessive force when tapping with the plastic hammer.

·

Do not damage the front axle inboard joint boot.

·

Check the front axle inboard joint boot is installed to the correct position.




Hide 43448F 15.INSTALL FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP (for Type B)

NOTICE:

A new front axle inboard joint boot clamp is coated with lubricant. Do not remove the lubricant.


a.
C379252

Using a screwdriver, install the front axle inboard joint boot clamp.

NOTICE:

Do not damage the front axle inboard joint boot.