Each drive consists of two constant velocity joints (SHRUS) and a shaft connecting the hinges. The short shaft of the left drive is made of steel bar, the long shaft of the right drive is made of steel pipe. With the help of a spline connection, the shank of the inner joint housing is connected to the side gear of the differential. The joint transmits torque to the drive shaft regardless of the angle between the joint housing and the shaft. The internal hinge is designed so that it not only transmits torque at different angles, but also allows mutual axial movement of the hinge body and the suspension drive shaft during movement. The outer hinge transmits torque from the drive shaft to the drive wheel hub, to which it is connected by a splined connection. The splined end of the outer hinge housing is attached to the hub with a nut. The hinges are protected from dirt and moisture ingress by protective rubber covers, secured with steel tape clamps.
Comment. The following describes the operations for removing, repairing and installing the left drive. All work on the right drive is performed in the same way.