Removal and installation rear drive shafts (Mazda CX-5KE)

Note: replace the part with a new one after each removal.

Caution: Performing the following procedure without first removing the front ABS wheel sensor may cause an accidental open circuit in the wiring harness. Disconnect the front ABS wheel sensor wiring harness before performing the following procedures (from the drive shaft side) and secure the wiring in a suitable location where it will not be accidentally touched when servicing the vehicle.

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1. Drain the oil from the rear final drive into a suitable container.



2. Loosen the rear drive shaft lock nut.

3. Remove the rear ABS wheel sensor.

4. Remove the brake hose clamp.

5. Remove the brake caliper assembly (see chapter "Brake system") and put it aside, hanging it on the body with wire.

6. Remove the brake disc (see chapter "Brake system").

Note: Before removing the wheel hub, make alignment marks on the wheel hub and stub axle so that all parts can be reinstalled in their original positions later.

7. Loosen the bolts securing the wheel hub to the journal and remove the wheel hub with the dust cover.

Attention.

• Be careful not to damage the rear final drive oil seal.
• Be careful not to damage the drive shaft boots and the ABS sensor pulse disc.

8. Pull the drive shaft towards the wheel to remove it from the rear final drive.

9. Remove the retaining ring from the end of the drive shaft.

10. Installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal, taking into account the following:

Installing the drive shaft lock

Install the new retaining ring into the groove on the end of the drive shaft with the connector facing up.



After installation, measure the outer diameter of the retainer. If the measured value exceeds 25.2 mm, repeat the installation using a new retainer ring.

Tightening the drive shaft lock nut

After tightening the lock nut to a torque of 390 Nm, unscrew it by 180 degrees, then tighten it again to a torque of 236-274 Nm.

11. After installation, add the required amount of oil to the rear final drive.

12. Check and, if necessary, adjust the rear wheel alignment angles.