Installing the propeller shaft, rear

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NOTE: If the same propeller shaft is to be reinstalled, install the propeller shaft using the marking made earlier. See Removing the rear propeller shaft .

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: Identifying 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 .