I have a Kubota L4310. The front left tire assembly has dropped from the housing for the axle! Wondering what keeps the spline up in the housing? Clips? Is it an easy fix?

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I need more information to help. What part of the spider gear is it that is chewed up? Was this vehicle repaired prior to this issue? Causes could be: Water inside the housing, low gear oil level, old worn out gear oil, two different size tires on the same axle, worn axle spline, rust or metal debris, improper use of vehicle. Payload was too much and related gearing overheated. I hope this helps, please let me know.

The Selectable Four Wheel Drive (S4WD) Front Axle consist of the following components:
• Differential Carrier Housing
• Differential Case Assembly
• Inner Axle Shaft
• Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly (located on the right side of the oil pan)
• Electric Motor Actuator
The front axle on Selectable Four Wheel Drive (S4WD) model vehicles uses a disconnect feature mounted on the right side of the oil pan in order to engage and disengage the front axle. When the driver engages the 4WD system, the Transfer Case Control Module sends a signal to the electric motor actuator to energize and extend the plunger inside. The extended plunger moves the clutch fork and clutch fork sleeve across from the clutch fork outer gear that is splined to the right side wheel drive shaft to the clutch fork inner gear that is splined to the inner axle shaft. The locking of the two gears allows the axle to operate in the same manner as a semi-floating rear axle. A propeller shaft connects the transfer case to the front axle. The differential carrier assembly uses a conventional ring and pinion gear set to transmit the driving force of the engine to the wheels. The open differential allows the wheels to turn at different rates of speed while the axle continues to transmit the driving force. This prevents tire scuffing when going around corners and premature wear on internal axle parts. The ring and pinion set and the differential are contained within the carrier. The axle identification number is located on top of the differential carrier assembly or on a label on the bottom of the right half of differential carrier assembly. The wheel drive shafts are completely flexible assemblies consisting of inner and outer constant velocity CV joints protected by thermoplastic boots and connected by a wheel drive shaft.

How To Install Repair Replace 4x4 Front Axle Actuator Chevy Trailblazer...

Fig. Fig. 9: Removing the ball joint to steering knuckle clamp bolt

Fig. Fig. 10: Remove the retaining bolt and remove the speedometer pinion from the transaxle assembly

Fig. Fig. 11: Separate the ball joint from the knuckle by prying downward against the knuckle and arm

Fig. Fig. 12: Separate the outer CV-joint splines from the knuckle hub by holding the CV-housing and pushing the knuckle out

Fig. Fig. 13: Support the assembly and pull outward on the inner CV-housing to free the assembly from the transaxle

Fig. Fig. 14: Separating the assembly from the transaxle

Fig. Fig. 15: Removing the assembly from the transaxle

Fig. Fig. 16: Removing the seal from the housing using a suitable prying tool

1. Remove the cotter pin, lockwasher and spring washer from the front axle ends.
2. Have a helper apply the service brakes and loosen the front axle hub retaining nut.
3. Raise and support the front of the vehicle on jackstands.
4. Remove the hub nut, washer and wheel assembly. Drain transaxle fluid.

The speedometer drive pinion must be removed from the transaxle housing before the right side drive axle can be removed. Remove the retaining bolts and lift the pinion with cable connected from the housing.

1. Remove the clamp bolt that secures the ball joint stud with the steering knuckle.
2. Separate the ball joint from the knuckle by prying downward against the knuckle connecting point and the control arm. Take care not to damage the rubber boot.
3. Separate the outer CV-joint (Constant Velocity) splines from the steering knuckle hub by holding the CV housing and pushing the knuckle out and away. If resistance is encountered, use a brass drift and hammer to gently tap the outer hub end of the axle. Do not pry on the outer wear sleeve of the CV-joint.
4. After the outboard end of the drive axle has been removed from the steering knuckle, support the assembly and pull outward on the inner CV-joint housing to remove the assembly from the transaxle.

WARNING Do not pull on the shaft or the assembly will disconnect. Pull only on the inner CV-joint housing.

1. Remove the halfshaft from under the vehicle and service as necessary.

To install:

1. When installing the halfshaft, hold the inner joint assembly by its housing, align and guide the shaft into the transaxle or intermediate shaft assembly.
2. Lubricate the outer wear sleeve and seal with multi-purpose grease. Push the steering knuckle outward and install the splined outer shaft into the drive hub.
3. Install the steering knuckle assembly. Tighten the ball joint clamp bolt to 70 ft. lbs. (95 Nm). Tighten the hub nut (splined shaft nut) to 180 ft. lbs. (250 Nm). Refill the transaxle with the proper lubrication fluid.

If after installing the axle assembly, the inboard boot appears collapsed, vent the boot by inserting a thin round rod between the boot and the shaft. Massage the boot until is expands. Install a new clamp to prevent dirt from entering the boot.

Put the bike on the center stand or jack up the back end enough to get easy access. Unbolt and slide out the rear axle. If the axle hits the mufflers, take out the lower shock bolts and lower the wheel and swing arm enough to pull the axle and spacer out. Unbolt the brake panel stop arm. The wheel is now resting on a splined shaft. Grab the wheel and pull it/slide it sideways away from the final drive assembly. Now you should be able to drop it out the bottom or roll it out the back of the wheel well. If the tire is too wide to fit between the final drive spline and the swing arm, let the air out of the tire to squeeze it through the gap. Go to the local Honda dealer and purchase a tube of Moly60 Paste and coat the spline on the final drive with it before reassembly.

Take off the right saddlebag. Center stand the motorcycle on a lift. It is easier to drop the wheel out the bottom of the wheel well. Unbolt the caliper and hang it from a piece of wire. Unbolt and slide out the rear axle. If the axle hits the mufflers, take out the lower shock bolts and lower the wheel and swing arm enough to pull the axle and spacer out. The wheel is now resting on a splined shaft. Grab the wheel and pull it/slide it sideways away from the final drive assembly. now you should be able to drop it out the bottom or roll it out the back of the wheel well. If the tire is too wide to fit between the final drive spline and the swing arm, let the air out of the tire to squeeze it through the gap. Go to the local Honda dealer and purchase a tube of Moly60 Paste and coat the spline on the final drive with it before reassembly.

no, here's the procedure for 2002 windstar, should be similar. please rate, thanks.

NOTE: This procedure applies to both the LH and RH halfshaft assemblies.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 .

1. Remove the front wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04 .

1. Insert a steel rod in the brake disc to prevent the halfshaft from turning while removing the front axle wheel end nut.

1. CAUTION: The front axle wheel end nut is a torque prevailing design nut. Do not reuse it.
   Remove the nut and washer.
   • Remove the steel rod in the brake disc.

1. WARNING: Remove or tape the brake pads to prevent them from falling out of the anchor plate.
   CAUTION: To prevent damage to the brake hose, do not allow the disc brake caliper to hang suspended from the hose.
   Remove the bolts and position the disc brake caliper aside.

1. Remove the front brake anti-lock sensor harness from the clip.

1. Remove and discard the nut and bolt.
   • If necessary, use a punch and a hammer to drive the bolt out of the knuckle.

1. CAUTION: Position the end of the pry bar outside the bushing pocket to avoid damage to the bushing.
   CAUTION: Do not damage the front wheel driveshaft joint boot (3A331).
   Separate the front suspension lower arm from the knuckle.

1. CAUTION: Never use a hammer to separate the front wheel driveshaft joint (3B413) from the wheel hub. Damage to the joint threads and internal components can result.
   Using the special tool, press on the front wheel driveshaft joint until it is loose in the wheel hub.

1. Rotate the front wheel knuckle rearward, while pulling it outward at the bottom and remove the front wheel driveshaft joint from the wheel hub.

1. Using a pry bar, separate the inboard CV joint housing assembly (3B436) (3B437) from the transaxle.

1. CAUTION: Do not damage the differential seal.
   Remove the halfshaft assembly with both hands.

Installation

1. Lubricate the differential seal.
   • Use MERCON® V Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM or equivalent meeting MERCON® V specifications.

1. CAUTION: Install a new circlip every time you remove the halfshaft from the vehicle.
   On the RH side halfshaft only, install a new circlip in the groove in the inboard CV joint stub shaft.
   • Start one end in the groove and work the circlip over the shaft and into the groove. This will prevent the circlip from over-expanding.

1. CAUTION: Do not damage the inboard CV joint housing assembly and the differential seal.
   NOTE: If necessary, use a non-metallic mallet to aid in seating the circlip in the differential side gear groove (RH) or inboard CV joint housing (LH). Tap only on the outboard front wheel driveshaft joint.
   Align the inboard CV joint housing splines with the differential side gear splines (RH) or output shaft splines (LH), and push the inboard CV joint housing assembly inward until the circlip seats in the differential side gear (RH) or inboard CV joint housing (LH).

1. Align the front wheel driveshaft joint splines and the wheel hub splines, and push the joint into the wheel hub as far as possible.

1. Install the washer and the old nut. Using the old nut, seat the front wheel driveshaft joint in the hub. Remove the old nut and discard it.

1. Connect the suspension lower arm to the knuckle.

1. CAUTION: Install a new bolt and nut.
   Install the new bolt and nut.

1. Insert a steel rod in the brake disc to prevent the halfshaft from turning while installing the new front axle wheel end nut.

1. Apply a small patch of Loctite 242 or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-M2G351-A5 to the last five front wheel driveshaft joint threads.

1. CAUTION: Install and tighten the new front axle wheel end nut to specification in a continuous rotation. Stopping the rotation during installation will cause the nylon lock to set incorrectly. This will cause incorrect torque readings while tightening the nut, and lead to bearing failure. Always install a new front axle wheel end nut after loosening the nut, or when the nut has not been installed to specification in a continuous rotation.
   Install and tighten the new nut to specification in a continuous rotation.
   • Remove the steel rod from the brake disc.

1. Position the disc brake caliper and install the bolts.

1. Install the front brake anti-lock sensor harness in the clip.

1. Install the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04 .

1. Lower the vehicle.

1. Check and, if necessary, fill the transaxle to the correct level with the specified fluid. For additional information, refer to Section 307-01 .

the condenser is in the front of the radiator where the radiator fan can cool it

Naturally you need to remove the tire then the brake caliper. After the brake caliper is removed then you need to remove the 34mm axle nut that is inside the hub. After that is removed then you can remove the hub. Becareful not to damage the hub seal on the back or you will have to buy a new hub (100 or more). Then you need to remove the strut knuckle assembly. Once the knuckle assembly is removed then you can pull the CV axle. Take care the inner CV housing is held in place by an inner snap ring. You will probably have to pry off the inner housing. Once the axle is off then install the new axle (if you buy complete axle). Make sure if you are doing both that you take care which side you are installing. I made that mistake and double the work. Slide the new axle on the spline and make sure it is seated completely. Then put back together the reverse of removal.

HUB BEARING AND AXLE SHAFT REMOVAL

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the brake components from the axle, Refer toBrakes.
4. Remove the cotter pin and axle hub nut.
5. Remove the hub to knuckle bolts Hub and Knuckle Remove the hub bearing from the steering knuckle and axle shaft
6. Remove the brake dust shield.
7. Remove the axle shaft from the housing. Avoid damaging the axle shaft oil seal.

INSTALLATION

1. Clean the axle shaft and apply a thin film of Mopar Wheel Bearing Grease to the shaft splines, seal contact surface, hub bore. Install the axle shaft into the housing and differential side gears. Avoid damaging the axle shaft oil seals in the differential.
2. Install dust shield and hub bearing on knuckle.
3. Install the hub bearing to knuckle bolts and tighten to 170 N·m (125 ft. lbs.) torque.
4. Install the axle washer and nut, tighten nut to 237 N·m (175 ft. lbs.) torque. Align nut to next cotter pin hole and install new cotter pin.
5. Install the brake components, Refer toBrakes.
6. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
7. Remove support and lower the vehicle.