Removal

PROPELLER SHAFT: REAR PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 4WD): REMOVAL

REMOVAL

1. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR COVER CENTER LH Removal
2. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR BRACE CENTER Removal
3. REMOVE HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (for Sensor 2) Removal
4. REMOVE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY Removal
5. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR NO. 1 HEAT INSULATOR Removal
6. REMOVE AIR GUIDE PLATE OUTSIDE RH





(a) Remove the 4 nuts and air guide plate outside RH.
7. REMOVE REAR PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY





(a) Put matchmarks on the differential companion flange, flexible coupling and propeller shaft.
(b) Remove the 3 bolts, 3 washers and 3 nuts.
NOTE:
The propeller shaft and flexible coupling should not be separated.





(c) Remove the 2 bolts, 2 center support bearing washers and center support bearing.





(d) Insert SST in the transmission to prevent oil leakage.
SST: 09325-40010
NOTE:
Be careful not to damage the oil seal.