Rear Driveshaft Removal and Installation: Installation: Procedure

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NOTE:

Numbered call-outs in figure pertain to list numbers in following procedure.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Rear Driveshaft Components With Torque Specifications For Installation

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	Detailed information, notes, and precautions
	Torque: N.m (kgf.m, lbf.ft)
	Replace
	Apply a small amount of engine oil to the seating surface and the threads.

Outboard Joint - Connect

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1. Apply about 3 g (0.11 oz) of molybdenum grease to the contact area (A) of the outboard joint and the rear wheel bearing.
NOTE: The paste helps prevent noise and vibration.

Spindle Nut - Install

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NOTE: Do not use a stake, punch or screwdriver in the brake rotor to keep it from moving. Have an assistant press on the brakes instead while you are tightening.

1. Use a drift to stake the spindle nut shoulder (A) against the driveshaft.

NOTE:

Check spindle nut shoulder as shown.
Be careful not to make a crack on the spindle nut when staking.

Set Ring - Install
Rear Differential - Install
Rear Wheel - Install
Driveshaft - After Install Check

1. Turn the wheel by hand and make sure there is no interference between the driveshaft and surrounding parts.
Test Drive - Check