Front Axle Disassembly

The content of this article/image reflects the changes Identified in
TSB # 18-97-06
as of 01/04/06
and applies to 2005 Legacy and Baja models

Front Drive Shaft

DISASSEMBLY





1. Place alignment marks on the shaft and outer race.





2. Remove the PTJ boot band and boot.

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage boot.





3. Remove the snap ring from PTJ outer race.
4. Remove the PTJ outer race from shaft assembly.
5. Wipe off grease.

CAUTION: The grease is a special grease. Do not confuse with other greases.





6. Place alignment marks on the roller kit and trunnion.
7. Remove the roller kit from trunnion.

CAUTION: Be careful with the roller kit position.





8. Place alignment marks on the trunnion and shaft.





9. Remove the snap ring and trunnion.

CAUTION: Be sure to wrap shaft splines with vinyl tape to prevent boot from scratches.

10. Remove the PTJ boot.

NOTE: Further disassembly of axle is impossible because the BJ cannot be disassembled.