Suspension: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

Removal Service Points
[A] Propeller Shaft Removal





1. Make mating marks on the differential companion flange and flange yoke, and then separate the differential carrier assembly and the propeller shaft.
2. Suspend the propeller shaft from the body with wire, etc, so that there are no sharp bends.

CAUTION: Be careful that there are no sharp bends in the propeller shaft, as they may damage the Lobro, joint.

[B] Crossmember Mounting Self-Locking Nuts Removal





After supporting the crossmember in FWD vehicles or the differential case in AWD vehicles with a garage jack or transmission jack respectively, remove the crossmember mounting nuts.

INSTALLATION

Installation Service Point
]A[ Propeller Shaft Installation





Install with the mating marks of the differential carrier and propeller aligned.

CAUTION: Tighten installation bolts and nuts after removing oil and grease from threads to prevent them from loosening.

INSPECTION
- Check crossmember for cracks or other damage.