Propeller Shaft - Installation

INSTALLATION





CAUTION: Propeller shaft installation. Never allow propeller shaft to hang while connected to Power Transfer Unit (PTU), rear driveline module flanges or center bearings. If propeller shaft section is hung unsupported, damage may occur to joint, boot and/or center bearing from over-angulation. This may result in vibration/balance issues. A helper may be needed.

1. Make sure transaxle is in Neutral (N) position.
2. Obtain a helper if needed and lift propeller shaft assembly into position. Install propeller shaft to PTU with mounting bolts and tighten to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).




3. Align marks (2) on propeller shaft with marks on rear axle flange. Install propeller shaft and bolts, tighten the bolts to 58 Nm (43 ft. lbs.).




4. Raise the center support into position and install mounting bolts (1), tighten bolts to 41 Nm (30 lbs.ft.).
5. Install heat shield (2) and retaining nuts tighten to 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).