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
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Fig. 2: Intermediate Shaft Assembly Dowel Bolts And Flange Bolt With Torque
Specifications
- Remove the dowel bolts (A), and the flange bolt (B).
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- 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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Continuously variable transmission models
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the (P
position.
â– Releasing the Lock
1. Set the parking brake.
Models without smart entry system
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Models with smart entry system
2. Remove the b
Removal & Installation
1. Passenger's Dashboard Panel - Remove
Remove the passenger's dashboard panel (A)
Disconnect the connector (B).
2. Passenger's Dashboard Vent- Remove
If necessary, remove the passenger's dashboard vent
(A).
3. Center Dashboard Vent - Remove
If necessary, remo