26 11 051 Replacing flexible disk for front propeller shaft

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove PROPELLER SHAFT from transmission and center bearing

NOTE: To protect universal joint, tie back propeller shaft in are of center mount.

Release screws and remove flexible disk (1) from propeller shaft

IMPORTANT: Replace shiny ZNS bolts and self-locking nuts.

For tightening torque and angle of rotation refer to 1AZ in 26 11 PROPELLER SHAFT COMPLETE (1AZ-3AZ) .

Installation:

Arrows (3) on circumference of flexible disk must point to flange arms (2).
Grip mounting bolts of flexible disk at propeller shaft flange at nuts and tighten down at bolt heads.

Fig 1: Flange Arms, Flexible Disc, ZNS Bolts And Self-Locking Nuts
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Installation:

Check centering mount.

Replace damaged Centering Mount.

Grease centering mount.

Fig 2: Centering Mount

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