Removal & Installation

1. Transmission Fluid - Drain
1. Drain the transmission fluid, then reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.
2. Right Driveshaft - Remove

3. Intermediate Shaft Assembly - Remove

Fig 1: Intermiediate Shaft Assembly With Torque Specifications

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1. Remove the dowel bolts (A) and the flange bolt (B).

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2. Remove the intermediate shaft (A).

NOTE: Hold the intermediate shaft horizontal until it is clear or differential to prevent damaging the oil seal (B).

4. All Removed Parts - Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
5. Transmission Fluid - Refill
1. Refill the transmission with the recommended transmission fluid.
6. Intermediate Shaft - After Install Check.
1. Turn the wheel by hand, and make sure there is no interference between the driveshaft and surrounding parts.

2. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary
7. Test Drive - Check
1. Test-drive the vehicle.

NOTE: Test drive the vehicle on the road, not on the lift.