1. Before installation, check the following items, and replace the propeller shaft assembly as necessary. • Dents or cracks on the tube surface • Splines for deformation or abnormal wear • Unsmooth joint operation or abnormal noise • Center bearing for free play, noise or non-smooth operation. • Oil seals for abnormal wear or damage • Damaged center bearing 2. Apply fluid or gear oil to the oil seal lip and the propeller shaft. Recommended fluid/gear oil: 3. Insert the sleeve yoke into the transmission and attach center bearing to body. Tightening torque: 52 N·m (5.3 kgf-m, 38.4 ft-lb) 4. Align the alignment marks (A), and connect the yoke flange and rear differential. Tightening torque: 31 N·m (3.2 kgf-m, 22.9 ft-lb) 5. Check the propeller shaft with the propeller shaft installed to the vehicle. Propeller Shaft > INSPECTION 6. Install the heat shield cover. Tightening torque: 18 N·m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb) 7. Install the rear exhaust pipe. • 2.5 L model: Rear Exhaust Pipe > INSTALLATION • 3.6 L model: Rear Exhaust Pipe > INSTALLATION 8. Install the front exhaust pipe. • 2.5 L model: Front Exhaust Pipe > INSTALLATION • 3.6 L model: Front Exhaust Pipe > INSTALLATION 9. Install the under cover - front. Front Under Cover > INSTALLATION 10. Lower the vehicle. |
Caution
• Remove contamination including dirt and corrosion before removal, installation or disassembly.• Keep the disassembled parts in order and protect them from dust and dirt.• Before removal, installation or disassembly, be sure to clarify the failure. Avoid unnecessary removal, insta ...