CV axle removal
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CV axle removal
I have a 94 Accord EX I am trying to change the CV axles. I have everything loose that needs to be loose. The drivers side shaft is not wanting to move from the bearing hub. Is there a retainer somewhere i cannot see? The axle is not wanting to budge. I thought maybe the sensor from the anti lock sensor was holding it back no luck Any and all help is appreciated. Thank you in advance Brett
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RE: CV axle removal
This can be a problem. Shafts tend to sieze due to tight tolerances and rust/corrosion.
There isa special tool available to push the shaft from the hub. It bolts to the wheel lugs and pushes the shaft. Look under DIY Requests for a procedure and/or search for "CV shaft".
I have had success w/ using heat, a lot of PB Blaster and a brass hammer to hit the end of the shaft and break it loose from the hub. Don't use a steel hammer or you'll damage the shaft end. I did this once and had to grind the end of the shaft off to remove the shaft from hub.
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There isa special tool available to push the shaft from the hub. It bolts to the wheel lugs and pushes the shaft. Look under DIY Requests for a procedure and/or search for "CV shaft".
I have had success w/ using heat, a lot of PB Blaster and a brass hammer to hit the end of the shaft and break it loose from the hub. Don't use a steel hammer or you'll damage the shaft end. I did this once and had to grind the end of the shaft off to remove the shaft from hub.
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good luck
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