NOTE:
• Before removing propeller shaft, wrap metal parts with a cloth or rubber material.
• In case of DOJ type, wrap the metal parts attached to the rubber boot at the center DOJ with a cloth or rubber material before removing propeller shaft, as shown in the figure. The rubber boot may be damaged by interference with adjacent metal parts while bending the DOJ during removal.
1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
2. Move the select lever or the gear shift lever to “N”.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Jack up the vehicle and support it with rigid racks.
5. Remove the center exhaust pipe.
Non-turbo model
Turbo model
6. Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
Non-turbo model
Turbo model
7. Remove the differential mount front cover.
8. Apply alignment marks on appropriate parts before removal.
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Alignment mark |
9. Remove the three bolts holding the propeller shaft to the rear differential.
10. Remove the remaining bolt.
11. Remove the two bolts which hold center bearing to the vehicle body.
12. Remove the propeller shaft from transmission.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to damage oil seals and frictional surface of the sleeve yoke.
• Cover the center exhaust pipe with a cloth to keep off any ATF or oil spilled from transmission when removing propeller shaft.
13. Install an extension cap to the transmission.
NOTE:
If an extension cap is not available, place a vinyl bag over the opening and tie with string to prevent gear oil or ATF from leaking.
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Extension cap |