Mazda RX-8 Manual page 1382

1. Apply differential oil to the differential oil seal lip.
CAUTION:
The sharp edges of the rear drive shaft can slice or puncture the oil seal. Be careful not to
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damage the oil seal when installing the rear drive shaft from the rear differential.
2. Insert the rear drive shaft into the rear differential with the clip opening facing upward.
3. After installation, verify that the rear drive shaft is securely held by the clip by pulling the outer ring on
the differential side towards the axle.
Locknut Installation Note
1. Tighten a new locknut.
2. Crimp the locknut, using a chisel and hammer.
REAR DRIVE SHAFT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
1 Boot band (axle side)
2 Boot band (differential side)
3 Outer ring
4 Snap ring
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