Repair Procedures

DEPOSIT

1. 1
   After making alignment marks on the companion flange yoke and the final drive gear, remove the propeller shaft mounting bolts (A).

   Tightening torque: 49.0 ~ 69 N·m

   

2. 2
   Loosen the center bearing support mounting bolts.

   Tightening torque: 49.0 ~ 64 N·m

   

3. 3
   After making reference marks on the companion flange yoke and the differential, remove the propeller shaft mounting bolts.

   Tightening torque: 49.0 ~ 69 N·m

   

4. 4
   To install, perform the removal procedure in reverse order.

Inspection

1. 1
   Check the flexible couplings for cracks or damage, front and rear.
2. 2
   Check the centering sleeve of the flexible coupling. If the sleeve is damaged, replace the propeller shaft assembly.

   

3. 3
   Install a dial indicator so that its plunger contacts the center of the front or rear propeller shaft.
4. 4
   Check the runout by slowly turning the propeller shaft. Repeat the same procedure for the other propeller shaft.

   Front propeller shaft runout: 0.3 mm (0.012 in.)

   

5. 5
   Place the transmission in Neutral or N.
6. 6
   Raise the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported.
7. 7
   Check the CV joint boot (A). If the CV joint boot is damaged, replace the drive shaft.

   

8. 8
   Check for excessive play in the CV joint. If so, the drive shaft must be replaced.