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It's easier and more economical to replace the axle assembly with a rebuilt one.
2003 SATURN L 300 front axle torque spec
To replace the axle on a 1993 Honda Civic the axle nut has to come off. The hub assembly also will need to be pulled back so the axle can be pulled from the transmission.
How do you replace a rear wheel assembly?
It does have CV joints but, it is best to just swap out the complete axle assembly than to replace only the CV joint. You will spend much time and almost as much money trying to replace the CV joint than to just purchase a reconditioned axle assembly and swap it.
This is extremely easy. Unscrew axle nut, which is held on with 140 lbs of torque, then unbolt 4 bolts holding assembly inplace, slide assembly off axle splines, install in reverse order.
The starter is on the driver side of the engine, above the front axle assembly.
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If you can afford it, replace both. if one side is worn out, odds are the other side will soon be worn too.
To replace the front bearing,jack up front and remove the wheel.Remove the brake caliber assembly and pads.The brake caliber guide ,held in place by 2 bolts that is bolted to the hub assembly has to be removed in order to remove the rotor.Remove the 3 bolts which hold the wheel bearing to the hub assembly,from the backside.Remove the 35mm axle nut using an inpact drill or strong arm.Tap the axle out of the assembly and the bearing assembly should come out from the front.
It would be easier and quicker to swap out the axle assembly for a rebuilt unit than to try to successfully replace just the boot. If the boot has been torn open for sometime the joint is probably on it's way out anyway.
Axle torque specs are as follows: Axle nut torque..............148Ftlbs