CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Note
When using a vise, place aluminum plates between the part and vise.
When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
PROCEDURE
REMOVE PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY
| *a | Matchmark |
Place matchmarks on both flanges.
Remove the 4 nuts, 4 bolts, 4 washers and propeller shaft assembly.
REMOVE NO. 1 CENTER SUPPORT BEARING ASSEMBLY
Using a chisel and hammer, release the staked part of the nut.
Note
Release the staked part of the nut completely, otherwise the threads of the propeller intermediate shaft assembly may be damaged.
| *a | Turn |
| *b | Hold |
Using SST to hold the universal joint flange, remove the nut and propeller intermediate shaft washer.
| *a | Matchmark |
Put matchmarks on the propeller intermediate shaft assembly and universal joint flange.
| *a | Turn |
| *b | Hold |
Using SST, remove the universal joint flange from the propeller intermediate shaft assembly.
Note
Apply grease to the threads and tip of the center bolt of SST before use.
Remove the No. 1 center support bearing assembly and 2 center support bearing washers from the propeller intermediate shaft assembly.