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Removal Note

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Front Axle Assembly
G03729609Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the front drive axle shaft; see DRIVE SHAFT, FRONT AXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
  2. Index the front propeller shaft to the companion flange.
    Fig 2: Indexing Front Propeller Shaft To Companion Flange
    G03729610Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • Do not allow the propeller shaft to hang unsupported.
  3. Disconnect the front driveshaft from the companion flange.
    1. Remove the four bolts and remove the universal joint spider retainers.
    2. Disconnect the driveshaft.
    3. Position the driveshaft aside.
  4. Disconnect the axle vent tube.
  5. Support the axle with a suitable jack.
  6. Remove the left front axle to frame bolt and nut.
    Fig 3: Removing Left Front Axle To Frame Bolt And Nut - With Torque Specifications
    G03729611Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the other two axle to frame bolts and nuts.
    Fig 4: Removing Axle To Frame Bolts - With Torque Specification
    G03729612Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the axle.
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