FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 4WD): Installation

INSTALL PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY FRONT
1. Align the matchmarks on the transfer companion flange and the front propeller shaft.
2. Temporarily tighten the front propeller shaft with the 6 bolts and 2 universal joint washers.
  HINT:
  
  If reusing the bolts, apply engine oil to the bolt before use.
3. Align the matchmarks on the differential companion flange and the front propeller shaft.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Matchmarks And Front Propeller Shaft Tightening Bolts
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4. Temporarily tighten the front propeller shaft with the 6 bolts and 2 universal joint washers.
  HINT:
  
  If reusing the bolts, apply engine oil to the bolt before use.
  
  Fig 2: Tightening Front Propeller Shaft With Bolts
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
5. Using a screwdriver or an equivalent, hold the transfer companion flange.
6. Using a socket hexagon wrench 6 mm, fully tighten the front propeller shaft with the 6 bolts.
  Torque: 25 N*m (255 kgf*cm, 18 ft.*lbf)
  
  NOTE: Be careful not to damage the front propeller shaft.
  
  Fig 3: Holding Transfer Companion Flange For Tightening Front Propeller Shaft Bolts
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7. Using a screwdriver or an equivalent, hold the transfer companion flange.
8. Using a socket hexagon wrench 6 mm, fully tighten the front propeller shaft with the 6 bolts.
  Torque: 25 N*m (255 kgf*cm, 18 ft.*lbf)
  
  NOTE: Be careful not to damage the front propeller shaft.
INSTALL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY FRONT (See INSTALLATION )
CHECK FOR EXHAUST GAS LEAKS

Fig 4: Identifying Tightening Front Propeller Shaft Bolts
Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002