Drive shaft inspection
(1) Check the dust cover on the drive shaft for cracks, damage, missing sleeves, loose dust cover clamps, etc. If damaged, replace the dust cover and dust cover clamps.
(2) Check the ball cage for wear and movement.
(3) Twist the drive shaft by hand, the shaft and the ball cage should not be loose.
(4) Check the shaft spline for wear or damage.
(5) Ensure that the drive shaft is free of twists or cracks, and if necessary, replace it.
Drive shaft installation
(1) Apply gear oil to the surface of the drive shaft spline and transmission case.
(2) Before installing the drive shaft, make sure that the circlip opening is downward.
(3) Install the dust cover, wheel hub, brake disc and front wheel bearing to the knuckle.
(4) Install the drive shaft to the knuckle.
(5) In fact, the lower swing arm should also be installed on the knuckle while the knuckle drive shaft end is installed on the knuckle, and the dust cover cannot be damaged.
(6) Install the knuckle to the shock absorber assembly with a tightening torque of 75-90N · m.
(7) Install the lower swing arm to the knuckle with a tightening torque of 60-72N · m.
(8) After installation, check the drive shaft by hand.
(9) Install the slotted nut and cotter pin with the convex surface of the gasket facing outward.
(10) Install the wheel assembly.