Purpose, Function
A bell joint has been adopted for the wheel-side constant velocity joint, reducing vibration and noise.
A tripod joint have been adopted for the differential side constant velocity joint to reduce booming noise during high-speed driving and vibration when idling (ATX).
A low noise and vibration double offset joint with low slide resistance has been adopted for the differential side of the constant velocity joint (MTX). Due to this booming resonance at high speed is reduced.
An extremely durable plastic has been adopted for the wheel side boot.
By integrating the drive shaft on the right side with the joint shaft, vibration and noise during driving which occurred from the previous spline connection construction has been reduced.
Structural View

Driveshafts
Front Drive Shaft (Double Offset Joint) Disassembly/AssemblyRefrigerant Line Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Discharge the refrigerant..
3. Disconnect the engine ground.
4. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector.
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to
spill.
CAUTION:
If moisture or for ...
Seat Warmer Switch Removal/Installation
NOTE:
The seat warmer switch are integrated into the climate control unit. (with
full-auto air conditioner system)
The seat warmer switch are integrated into the clock. (with manual air conditioner
system)
For the seat warmer switch removal/installation, refer to the cl ...
Aerodynamic
Purpose/Function
For improved aerodynamics, under covers are installed to the under-surface
of the vehicle.
Construction
The vehicle is equipped with the following (3) under covers.
Front under cover No.1
Front under cover No.2
Floor under co ...