How to Replace CV axles: Honda Fit 2007-2008 w/ Manual Transmission

Today I'm installing a new axle and CV joint on the driver and passenger side of my 2007 Honda Fit Sport 5-speed. The original axles had 170,000 miles and were starting to make a clicking sound upon acceleration, which is a sign of a work out CV joint. Rather than disassemble and replace just the CV joint, it's much faster and easier just to replace the entire axle. My Honda Fit is pretty rusty, so hopefully your axle replacement is easier!
TOOLS USED:
Impact Driver amzn.to/45WMaTV (or drill)
small chisel
big hammer
32mm axle nut socket amzn.to/46WC1If
3/8” ratchet
10mm socket
12mm socket
1/2” breaker bar
17mm socket
19mm socket
12mm wrench
19mm wrench
bucket
brake cleaner
anti-seize grease amzn.to/3Sq7gXQ
OPTIONAL:
Impact wrench (save a lot of time)
IF YOUR FIT IS AS RUSTY AS MINE:
PB Blaster
Propane Torch
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[@MiniLuv-1984]

I appreciate the amount of work and knowledge you inject into these videos. Thanks. All the best for the festive season.

[@tedbastwock3810]

I like the stye that you present these projects, methodical, stepwise, mentioning tools and size used, and your presentation is great. Wishing you continued success, really enjoy your videos. I prefer the Toyota truck vids personally, but I have come to watch everything you put out and enjoy them all. Thanks 1M

[@6thGearGarage]

Thank you very much!

[@mkrp4]

1:50 Iuse 3 lbs sledge hammer on the impact , the Phillips bit is #3

[@husseinlodhee2357]

Thankyou very much Sir..Very good explanation and tools we need..With a fluent english..Merci...Watching from France

[@mg8718]

PS: My new Milwakee high torq gun really helped out on this job. I left my torq wrench in the basement and i slammed that axle nut and lug nuts back on with the Milwakkee. They are super tight and no damage.

[@user-xe2dc2cz3j]

What Brand of axles did you buy? Can you post a link? And how are they working out? Very well done video. Thanks.

[@6thGearGarage]

They were just some cheap replacements I found on ebay. So far so good! Just be sure when searching that they are for auto or manual, depending on your transmission.

[@paulattea989]

Fantastic!

[@mg8718]

New Milwakkee high torq, part number 296t. (its heavy as hell and its a beast.

[@mg8718]

Notes: Lower control arm by Mevotech. Ne brake caliper by Raysbedos, tie rod end by Mevotech. CV Axle by GSP. Wheel bearing by Timken, new hub by Rock auto unknown, new c clip for bearing by AC delco. Brake fuid by Prestone. All parts obtained from Rock auto. This job is complete.

[@benschmolze1266]

Great video - thank you! Luckily mine is from California (in Massachusetts now).

[@6thGearGarage]

Do yourself a huge favor and Fluid Film the car before each winter. Get the underside, as well as inside of the body panels. Here's a couple how-to videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKu6qWZjbrV-ipo and kzbin.info/www/bejne/sICxhmymns6Sgac

[@benschmolze1266]

Definitely! I've been doing that to my truck, and will do it with this Fit too. That's why I took so long to find one rust free. Thanks

[@mg8718]

Update: The ne CV AXLE by GSP was a good fit and is working good. It didnt come with the vibration damper but has no effect at all.

[@miken4022]

I wish I had a dime for every time I missed the catch pan...

[@TierraGamingTV]

4:56🤣🤣🤣

[@luisquilesrivera6874]

You didn't show what tool you use to break free the axel😂

[@6thGearGarage]

It’s a pry bar aka a crow bar.

[@zardiw]

Put the open end of the clip at 12 oclock.....straight up......b4 sliding in the axle...........Z

[@mg8718]

GOOD NEWS. THE 2013 HONDA FIT HAS BEEN REPAIRED. New wheel bearing, new lower control arm, new Tie rod end, new CV axle, new brake caliper. This job is now complete.

[@6thGearGarage]

Yep, might as well do it all while you have it apart. 100% job well done.

[@mg8718]

It wont go all the way in

[@6thGearGarage]

Measure the length of the splines to see if they’re the same as the ones you removed. If so, then give it a good tap with big hammer and wood block.

[@mg8718]

The aftermarket axle was 1 inch shorter. It made no difference. Banging on it with a hammer and block of wood is useless. I pulled the axle back out a little and rotated it and shoved it back and and it popped right on in like gravy. @@6thGearGarage