Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove the rear catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement
2. Remove the muffler. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement

1

Support Bearing Mounting Bolts (Qty: 4)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Procedure

Mark up the position with spray paint, to avoid vibrations after installation. Support with a column jack and DT-49035 holder.

Tighten
20 N·m(15 lbf ft)

Special Tool

DT-49035 Cardan Holder, Propeller Shaft

For equivalent regional tools refer to Special Tools

2

Rear Differential Drive Flange Bolts (Qty: 6)

Procedure

1. Use the DT-49147 support to hold the flange.
2. Use the DT-49064 puller if the propeller shaft is stuck in the flange. Start with one bolt in the unthreaded hole, turn the puller a to the next hole and proceed with the next bolt.
3. Apply locking agent on the bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

Tighten
30 N·m(22 lbf ft)

Special Tool

1. DT-49147 Support
2. DT-49064 Puller

For equivalent regional tools refer to Special Tools

3

Front Joint

Procedure

1. Use the DT-49030 removal in two steps, a wooden block may be required between the tool and the flange to extract the joint completely.
2. Apply grease on the spline. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

Special Tool

DT-49030 Fork, Cardan Removal

For equivalent regional tools refer to Special Tools