PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 4WD): Removal

REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY
REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER NO. 2
REMOVE PROPELLER W/CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY
1. Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.
2. Using a hexagon wrench (6 mm), loosen the cross groove joint set bolts a half turn.
  
  Fig 1: Placing Cloth In Inside Of Universal Joint Cover
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  HINT:
  
  Place a cloth in the inside of the universal joint cover so that the boot does not touch the inside of the universal joint cover.
3. Put matchmarks on both the flanges.
4. Remove the 4 nuts, bolts and washers.
  
  Fig 2: Putting Matchmarks On Both Flanges
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5. Remove the 4 bolts, 4 adjusting shims and propeller shaft w/ center bearing shaft assembly.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Bolts, Adjusting Shims And Propeller Shaft W/ Center Bearing Shaft Assembly
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  NOTE:
  - When removing the propeller shaft, do not apply excessive force to the universal joint.
  - During and after the removal of the propeller shaft, keep the universal joint angle straight (within 15 degrees).
  - Be careful not to damage the oil seal.
6. Insert SST(s) in the transfer extension housing to prevent oil leakage.
SST 09325-20010

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the oil seal.

Fig 4: Inserting SST(S) In Transfer Extension Housing To Prevent Oil Leakage
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