Honda HR-V: Intermediate Shaft Removal and Installation
Removal and Installation
1. Transmission Fluid - Drain
- Drain the transmission fluid, then reinstall the drain plug with a new
sealing washer
2. Right Driveshaft - Remove
3. Intermediate Shaft Assembly - Remove
Fig. 2: Intermediate Shaft Assembly Dowel Bolts And Flange Bolt With Torque
Specifications
- Remove the dowel bolts (A), and the flange bolt (B).
- Remove the intermediate shaft (A).
NOTE: Hold the intermediate shaft horizontal until it is clear of the
differential to prevent damaging the oil seal (B).
4. All Removed Parts - Install
- Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
5. Intermediate Shaft - After Install Check
- Turn the wheel by hand, and make sure there is no interference between
the driveshaft and
surrounding parts.
- Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.
6. Test Drive - Check
- Test-drive the vehicle.
NOTE: Test drive the vehicle on the road, not on the lift.
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Removal
1. Vehicle - Lift
2. Rear Wheel - Remove
3. Rear Spindle Nut - Remove
Pry up the stake (A) on the spindle nut (B)
Remove the spindle nut.
4. Rear Differential - Remove
5. Rear Outboard Jo
DRIVESHAFT INSPECTION
Inspection
1. Driveshaft - Inspect
Check the inboard boot (A) and the outboard boot (B) on the driveshaft
(C) for
cracks, damage, leaking grease, and loose boot bands (D).
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ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING - LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR DOES NOT COME ON WITH THE VEHICLE IN THE ON MODE
1. Input signal test:
Connect the HDS to the DLC.
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle. If it does not
communicate, go to
Removal & Installation
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