Intermediate Shaft Installation

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Clean the areas where the intermediate shaft contacts the differential thoroughly with solvent or brake cleaner, and dry them with compressed air.
NOTE: Do not wash the rubber parts with solvent.
Install a new set ring (A) onto the set ring groove (B) of the intermediate shaft (C).

Fig 1: Identifying Set Ring On Set Ring Groove Of Intermediate Shaft
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Insert the intermediate shaft (A) into the differential correctly.
NOTE: Insert the intermediate shaft carefully to prevent damaging the oil seal.

Fig 2: Intermediate Shaft Into Differential With Torque Specifications
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Install the flange bolt (B) and the two dowel bolts (C).
Install the heat shield (D).
Install the shift cable cover (A).

Fig 3: Shift Cable Cover & Flange Bolt With Torque Specifications
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Install the right driveshaft (see DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION ).
Refill the transmission with the recommended transmission fluid (see ATF REPLACEMENT ).
Check the wheel alignment, arid adjust it if necessary (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
Test-drive the vehicle.