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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1236  Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the propeller shaft from the vehicle. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  3. Remove the center bearing using the following steps:
  4. 3.1. Stand the propeller shaft on end in a press with the splined end of the shaft pointing up.
    3.2. Support the center bearing by press bars.
    3.3. Press the propeller shaft down on the splined end till the center bearing assembly is off the propeller shaft.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 606401  Size: SH
  1. Install the center bearing assembly and retainer (1) by pressing the center bearing onto the propeller shaft using the press.
  2. Ensure that the center bearing is fully seated on the propeller shaft.

  3. Object Number: 1236  Size: SH
  4. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  5. Lower the vehicle and test drive.