DRIVE SHAFT

M-31prose procedure

Separate SST and dimensions for B6 DOHC vs K8 DOHC; B6 DOHC MTX (manual transaxle) right-side length given.

NOTE

The ABS sensor rotor does not need to be removed unless you are replacing it.

Tap the sensor rotor off the drive shaft with a chisel.

Assembly Note

Set a new ABS sensor rotor on the drive shaft in the direction as shown, and press it onto the shaft assembly by using the SST.

1
Push the joint fully toward the drive shaft.
2
Make sure the dynamic damper position is as shown in the figure.
3
Install the band and dynamic damper.
4
Fold the band back by pulling on the end of it with pliers, so that the end of the band is pointing opposite the forward revolving direction of the shaft.
5
Lock the end of the band by bending the locking clip.

NOTE

The initials TJ and BJ are stamped on the wheel-side and differential-side boots respectively.

1
Wrap the splines of the transaxle side shaft, and install the boot, noting the shape and size of each one in the figure.
2
Fill the wheel side boot with the grease, supplied in the boot and joint kit.

Specification	Value
Grease amountB6 DOHC	60–80 g {2.12–2.82 oz}
Grease amountK8 DOHC	80–100 g {2.83–3.53 oz}

Grease amountB6 DOHC

60–80 g {2.12–2.82 oz}

Grease amountK8 DOHC

80–100 g {2.83–3.53 oz}

CAUTION

Do not damage the bearing.