To remove the CV joint from a Mazda 626, first, lift and secure the vehicle, then remove the wheel and brake components to access the axle. Use a socket wrench to detach the axle nut and any retaining bolts, then gently tap the CV joint to free it from the wheel hub. Finally, slide the CV joint out of the transmission or differential, ensuring you support the axle to prevent damage. Always consult the vehicle's service manual for specific instructions and torque specifications.
The CV joint boot is bad, and needs to be replaced.
To replace the CV joints on a 1996 Mazda 626, first, safely lift the vehicle and remove the front wheels. Disconnect the axle nut and detach the lower ball joint to free the axle from the hub assembly. Slide the old CV joint off the axle, then install the new CV joint by sliding it onto the axle and securing it with the retaining clip. Finally, reassemble the suspension components, reattach the wheels, and lower the vehicle.
To remove the CV joint on the passenger side of a 1999 Mazda, first, lift the vehicle and secure it on jack stands. Remove the wheel and brake components, then disconnect the lower control arm from the steering knuckle. Next, remove the axle nut using a socket, and then gently pry the CV joint out of the transmission or differential. Finally, pull the axle out from the wheel hub assembly to complete the removal.
To replace your CV joint you will have to slacken your hub nut before jacking and removing the wheel. Remove hub nut, remove both bolts on the bottom of the shocky, remove bottom ball joint bolt. You should have enough play to remove your shaft from the hub. Remove CV boot, CV joint should just pull off shaft. I made the mistake of buying and fitting a full drive shaft unnecessarily.
To change the CV joint on a Mazda B2600i, first, safely lift the vehicle and remove the wheel. Next, disconnect the axle from the hub by removing the axle nut and any retaining bolts. Slide the axle out of the transmission, then remove the old CV joint from the axle by using a suitable tool or hammer to break the joint free. Finally, install the new CV joint, reassemble the axle into the transmission, and secure it back onto the hub before lowering the vehicle.
ive bought and installed a 5-speed man.trans on a 96 probe that came from a mazda 626 now the pass. side cv shaft will not go all the way in
Sometimes the boots crack in a seam and hard to find. If there is grease there is a rip.
I would recommend purchasing a Haynes Manual. It gives you a complete tear down. You can purchase it at a pepboys
To remove the CV joints on a Mazda MX3, first, lift the vehicle and secure it on jack stands. Remove the wheel and brake components to access the axle. Use a socket to remove the axle nut, and then detach the CV joint from the hub. Finally, pull the axle out of the transmission or differential, ensuring to support the transmission to prevent damage during the process.
you dont! if you need that then you are buying a new cv shaft.
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Here is the link to ehow on how to remove the CV joint on a 1991 Prizm. http://www.ehow.com/how_7906772_replace-geo-metro-cv-joints.html