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 the propeller shaft assembly and universal joint flange.
Note
Do not use a punch for the marks.
Remove the 4 nuts, 4 bolts, 4 washers and propeller shaft assembly.
REMOVE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
| *a | Matchmark |
Place matchmarks on the rear propeller shaft assembly and universal joint flange.
Note
Do not use a punch for the marks.
Using a 6 mm hexagon socket wrench, remove the 6 cross groove joint set bolts, 2 universal joint washers and intermediate shaft assembly.
REMOVE CENTER NO. 2 SUPPORT BEARING ASSEMBLY (for Rear Side)
| *a | Matchmark |
Place matchmarks on the intermediate shaft assembly and universal joint flange.
Note
Do not use a punch for the marks.
Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the nut.
Note
Release the staked part of the nut completely, otherwise the threads of the intermediate shaft assembly may be damaged.
| *a | Turn |
| *b | Hold |
Using SST to hold the universal joint flange, remove the nut and washer.
| *a | Turn |
| *b | Hold |
Using SST, remove the universal joint flange from the intermediate shaft assembly.
Note
Be careful not to damage the universal joint flange.
Do not overtighten the vise.
Apply grease to the threads and tip of the center bolt of SST before use.
Remove the center No. 2 support bearing assembly and washer from the intermediate shaft assembly.
REMOVE CENTER NO. 2 SUPPORT BEARING ASSEMBLY (for Front Side)
| *a | Matchmark |
Place matchmarks on the intermediate shaft assembly and universal joint flange.
Note
Do not use a punch for the marks.
Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the nut.
Note
Release the staked part of the nut completely, otherwise the threads of the intermediate shaft assembly may be damaged.
| *a | Turn |
| *b | Hold |
Using SST to hold the universal joint flange, remove the nut and washer.
| *a | Turn |
| *b | Hold |
Using SST, remove the universal joint flange from the intermediate shaft assembly.
Note
Be careful not to damage the universal joint flange.
Do not overtighten the vise.
Apply grease to the threads and tip of the center bolt of SST before use.
Remove the center No. 2 support bearing assembly and washer from the intermediate shaft assembly.