Intermediate Shaft Installation

Install the new set ring.

Fig 1: Identifying Intermediate Shaft Set Ring
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Clean the areas where the intermediate shaft contacts the differential thoroughly with solvent or brake cleaner, and dry with compressed air.
NOTE: Do not wash the rubber parts with solvent.
Insert the inboard end (A) of the driveshaft into the differential (B) or intermediate shaft (C) until the set ring (D) locks in the groove (E).
NOTE: Insert the driveshaft horizontally to prevent damaging the differential oil seal.

Fig 2: Identifying Inboard End Of Driveshaft Into Differential
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Install the flange bolt (A) and two shoulder bolts (B).

Fig 3: Flange Bolt And Shoulder Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Install the heat shield, and tighten and three bolts.

Fig 4: Heat Shield Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Install the right driveshaft (see DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION ).
Refill the transmission with the recommended transmission fluid:
- 5-speed manual transmission (see TRANSMISSION FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT )
- 6-speed manual transmission (see TRANSMISSION FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT )
- Automatic transmission (see ATF REPLACEMENT )
Test-drive the vehicle.