Installing The Propeller Shaft, Rear

Check carefully that the mating surfaces on the propeller shaft and flange are clean.

Align the propeller shaft CV joint against the flange.

Install the screws loosely in the support for the center bearing and the propeller shaft.

Fig 1: Installing Propeller Shaft

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Tightening the propeller shaft CV joint 

Use new screws.

Tighten the screws. See Summary Of Tightening Torques For Specific Components .

Fig 2: Identifying Propeller Shaft Center Bearing

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For cars with a vibration damper on the Active on Demand Coupling flange 

Use counterhold 9512940 .