Intermediate Shaft Removal/Installation

Fig. 4 Intermediate Shaft Removal:

1. Drain transaxle fluid, then remove three intermediate shaft attaching bolts, Fig. 4.
2. Remove left driveshaft as outlined under Axle Shaft Assembly, Constant Velocity Type.
3. Lower bearing support case if necessary, then remove intermediate shaft from differential. To prevent damage to the differential oil seal, hold intermediate shaft horizontal until it is clear of differential.
4. Reverse procedure to install. Torque intermediate shaft attaching bolts to 29 ft. lbs.