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Intermediate Shaft Installation

  1. Clean the areas where the intermediate shaft contacts the differential thoroughly with solvent, and dry them with compressed air.
    NOTE: Do not wash the rubber parts with solvent.
  2. Insert the intermediate shaft (A) into the differential correctly.
    NOTE: Insert the intermediate shaft carefully to prevent damaging the oil seal.
    Fig 1: Intermediate Shaft, Flange Bolt, Dowel Bolts And Set Ring With Torque Specifications
    G05964991Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Install the flange bolt (B), and the two dowel bolts (C), then install a new set ring (D).
  4. Install the rear warm up three way catalytic converter (WU-TWC) bracket (A).
    Fig 2: Exhaust Pipe Bracket With Torque Specifications
    G05964992Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Install the exhaust pipe A (see step 45 on TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION ).
  6. Install the subframe stiffener (see step 46 on TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION ).
  7. Install the right driveshaft (see FRONT DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION ).
  8. Refill the transmission with the recommended fluid (see ATF REPLACEMENT ).
  9. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
  10. Test-drive the vehicle.
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