Propeller Shaft Removal

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Raise and support the vehicle (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
Remove the propeller shaft protector (A).

Fig 1: Propeller Shaft Protector And Mounting Bolts With Torque Specification
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Make reference mark (A) across the No. 1 propeller shaft (B) and the transfer companion flange (C).

Fig 2: Reference Mark, No. 1 Propeller Shaft, Transfer Companion Flange And Flange Bolts With Torque Specification
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Remove the flange bolts (D).
Remove the center support bearing mounting bolts (A).

Fig 3: Identifying Center Support Bearing Mounting Bolts
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Make reference mark (A) across the No. 2 propeller shaft (B) and the rear differential companion flange (C).

Fig 4: Locating No. 2 Propeller Shaft Reference Mark With Torque Specifications
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Remove the flange bolts (D).