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Propeller Shaft Replacement

Propeller Shaft Replacement



Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove the rear catalytic converter. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LBY/A20DTR) Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LLU/A16LET) Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LBS/A20DTH) Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LHU/A20NFT, LAU/A28NER) .

2. Remove the muffler. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LAU/A28NER) Exhaust Muffler Replacement (Spare part) Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LBY/A20DTR) Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LBS/A20DTH) Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LHU/A20NFT, LLU/A16LET) .


1

Support Bearing Mounting Bolt (Qty: 4)

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure

Mark up the position with spray paint, to avoid vibrations after installation. Support with a column jack and DT-49035 holder.

Tighten

20 Nm (15 lb ft)

Special Tools

DT-49035 Cardan Holder, Propeller Shaft

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

2

Rear Differential Drive Flange Bolt (Qty: 6)


Procedure

1. Use the DT-49147 support to hold the flange.

2. Use the DT-49064 puller if the propeller shaft is stuck in the flange. Start with one bolt in the unthreaded hole, turn the puller a to the next hole and proceed with the next bolt.

3. Rinse the threads with a screw tap M8 x 1,25

4. Apply locking agent on the bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .


Tighten

30 Nm (22 lb ft)


Special Tools

• DT-49147 Support

• DT-49064 Puller


For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

3

Propeller Shaft


Procedure

1. Use the removal tool DT-49030 in two steps. In order to loosen the joint completely it may be necessary to place a wood block between the tool and flange.

2. Apply grease on the spline. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .


Special Tools

DT-49030 Fork, Cardan Removal

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .