Propeller Shaft: Installation

Before installation, check the following items, and replace the propeller shaft assembly as necessary.
- Dents or cracks on the tube surface
- Splines for deformation or abnormal wear
- Unsmooth joint operation or abnormal noise
- Center bearing for free play, noise or non-smooth operation.
- Oil seals for abnormal wear or damage
- Damaged center bearing
Insert the sleeve yoke into the transmission and attach center bearing to body.

Fig 1: Locating Center Bearing Bolts
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Tightening torque:

52 N.m (5.3 kgf-m, 38.4 ft-lb)
Align the alignment marks (A), and connect the flange yoke and rear differential.

Fig 2: Identifying Alignment Marks On Flange Yoke And Rear Differential
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Tightening torque:

31 N.m (3.16 kgf-m, 22.9 ft-lb)
Check the propeller shaft with the propeller shaft installed to the vehicle. Refer to INSPECTION , Propeller Shaft.
Install the heat shield cover.
Tightening torque:

18 N.m (1.84 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
Install the center exhaust pipe and rear exhaust pipe.
Lower the vehicle.