Copyright by Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc.
292 Manual Drive Trains and Axles
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1. Bearing housing or knuckle
2. Wheel bearing
3. Grease seal
4. Axle shaft assembly
5. Spring pin
6. Spacer
7. Cover or dust shield
8. Washer
9. Bolt
10. Brake disc
11. Hub
12. Spacer
13. Washer spring
14. Axle nut
15. Cotter pin
Suspension
knuckle
Axle
shaft
Protect rubber boot
with tape or
special cover
Figure 15-4. After removing the wheel and tire, cover the CV
axle boot with a cloth or protector to prevent damage during
axle removal. (General Motors)
Figure 15-3. Exploded view of a typical CV axle and related components. Most transaxle-equipped vehicles have similar components.
(Subaru)
6. If tapered roller bearings are used for wheel bearings,
remove the washer and the outer wheel bearing.
Some bearing assemblies are equipped with a
tensioning spring, which should also be removed at
this time. Some vehicles use ball bearings, which
must be pressed from the steering knuckle. The proce-
dure for removing these bearings will be covered later
in this chapter. Store all parts so they will not get
damaged or dirty.
Note: The steering knuckle may not have to
be removed when removing the CV axle. In
some cases, however, the steering knuckle
must be removed with the axle and the rest of the
wheel hub and bearing assembly. These components
can then be disassembled on a workbench. Always
consult the manufacturer’s service information for
exact procedures.
7. Before removing the wheel hub and bearing assembly,
remove the brake caliper, Figure 15-7. Most calipers