Installing propeller shaft

Fig 1: Identifying Propeller Shaft And Exhaust Secured Using Strap

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Check that the mating surfaces on the propeller shaft CV joint 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 2: Identifying Tightening Propeller Shaft

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Install the propeller shaft using the marking made earlier.

Tightening the propeller shaft CV joint 

Use new screws.

First tighten the screws crosswise to 8 Nm  . Then tighten to 30 Nm  .

Use counterhold 9995743 .

Tighten the screws for the support for the center bearing to 25 Nm  .

Tighten the screws for the propeller shaft center bearing to 25 Nm  .