Driveshafts Removal - Honda Acura NSX 1991 Service Manual

Driveshafts
-Removal
INSPECTION
Driveshaft Boot
Check the boots on the driveshaft for cracks, damage,
leaking grease or loose boot bands.
If any damage is found, replace the boot.
Spline Looseness
Turn the driveshaft by hand and make sure the spline
and joint are not excessively loose.
If damage is found, replace the inboard joint.
Twisted or Cracked
Make sure the driveshaft is not twisted or cracked.
Replace if necessary.
INBOARD
JOINT
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1. Raise the car and place safety stands in the proper
locations (see section 1).
2. Remove the rear wheels.
3. Drain the transmission oil (see section 13).
NOTE: It is not necessary to drain the transmission
oil when the right driveshaft is removed.
4. Raise the locking tab on the spindle nut and loosen
it.
NOTE: Before installing the wheel, clean the
mating surfaces of the brake disc and inside of the
wheel.
SPINDLE NUT
Replace.
335 Nom
(33.5 kg-m, 242 lb-ft)
After tightening, use a drift
to stake spindle nut shoulder
ainst the d r i v e s h a f t .
5. Remove the banjo bolt and disconnect the brake
hose, then remove the brake hose clamp from the
knuckle.
CAUTION: Avoid spilling brake fluid on painted,
plastic or rubber surfaces as it can damage the
finish;
Wash spilled brake fluid off immediately with clean
water.
BANJO BOLT
35 Nom
(3.5 kg-m, 25 lb-ft)
*Corrosion resistant bolt
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WHEEL NUT
110 N*m
BRAKE HOSE
6 mm BOLT
10 Nom
16-3