How to change car axle?

You will then need to remove the wheels and then reinstall them once the job is complete.

1. Remove the Axle Nut Cotter Pin.
2. Remove the Axle Nut.
3. Disconnect Ball Joint.
4. Remove the Outer CV Joint.
5. Match the Old CV Axle to the New Unit.
6. Install the New CV Axle.
7. Reconnect the Lower Ball Joint.
8. Reinstall the CV Axle Nut.

How to replace axles?

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1. Remove the Axle Nut Cotter Pin.
2. Remove the Axle Nut.
3. Disconnect Ball Joint.
4. Remove the Outer CV Joint.
5. Match the Old CV Axle to the New Unit.
6. Install the New CV Axle.
7. Reconnect the Lower Ball Joint.
8. Reinstall the CV Axle Nut.

How to change a axle?

How do you remove a front axle shaft?

Use a ball joint removal tool to force the ball joint out of the spindle. If you do not have a ball joint removal tool use a splitting fork to separate the ball joint from the spindle. Move the spindle out of the way and remove the axle shaft outer CV joint from the spindle.

Where do you put the axle shaft in a Mercedes Benz?

Fit the axle shaft into its mount either in the transfer case on the right side or the intermediate shaft on the left side. Position the outer CV joint of the axle shaft in the spindle being careful to line up the outer CV joint splines with the splines in the hub of the spindle.

Can a Mercedes Benz front axle be lifted?

Lift and support front axle of the vehicle. You will have to remove the front tires to perform this job and it does make access much easier since you may not have access to an automotive lift. If you do not have a breaker bar you can also leave the car on the ground and remove the center cap from the wheel.

Can you replace both front axles at the same time?

It is recommended you replace both front axle shafts at the same time to keep your handling neutral. This picture illustrates the left side wheel well with the tire removed. If you have a breaker bar and a pry bar you can install two wheel studs in the axle hub and position the breaker bar between the two wheel studs and the ground.

How do you remove a drive axle from a car?

Place a steel punch in the edge of the brake rotor and rotate it until it contacts the brake caliper. Working against the punch, loosen the axle nut. There may be a cotter pin or staked edge keeping the nut in place.

How to remove drive axle from Haynes car?

1 The axle nut requires a large amount of torque to loosen, if possible break it free before raising the car. 2 Loosen the lug nuts. 3 Open the hood, block the wheels, then raise the car and support it on jack stands. 4 Remove any splash shield or access panel to expose the inner CV joints.

Can a CV joint on a drive axle go bad?

The CV joints on the drive axle can handle many years and tens of thousands of miles of use, going over bumps and around corners without issue. But if the boot should get torn, allowing the grease to get out and dirt to get in, the joint will quickly go bad.

How often should I Change my drive axle?

There is no set interval to change drive axles. Haynes recommends that you check the condition of the CV joint boot once a year, or whenever you are under the car, to make sure they are not dry, cracked, or torn. Periodic inspection can keep the axles from needing to be replaced due to wear.