Installation [09/2015 - ]: Procedure

1. Install a new snap ring.
2. Coat the spline of the inboard joint shaft with MP grease.
3. Set the snap ring with the opening side facing down.
4. Align the shaft splines and install the rear drive shaft assembly with a brass bar and hammer.

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   NOTE:

   • Make sure that the snap ring opening is facing downwards when installing the rear drive shaft assembly.
   • Be careful not to damage the drive shaft dust cover, boot and oil seal.
   • Move the drive shaft assembly while keeping it level.

   HINT: 

   Whether or not the inboard joint shaft is in contact with the pinion shaft can be determined from the sound and feeling when tapping in the shaft.

HINT: 

Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

(Refer to INSTALLATION [09/2015 - ] )

HINT: 

Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

1. Install the rear suspension member brace with the 2 bolts.

   Torque: 56 N*m (571 kgf*cm, 41 ft.*lbf) 

HINT: 

Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

1. Install the differential support protector with the 3 nuts.

   Torque: 5.4 N*m (55 kgf*cm, 48 in.*lbf) 

HINT: 

Use the same procedure described for the No. 2 differential support protector.

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2