PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

For Carbon-Fiber Propeller Shaft

Caution

• The carbon-fiber-reinforced propeller shaft could be chipped or cracked if dropped. To prevent any damage, handle the shaft with careful attention when removing/installing.

• Replace the propeller shaft if it is dropped.

1. Remove the front tunnel member.

2. Remove the rear tunnel member.

3. Remove the exhaust pipe and the silencer.

(See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

4. Remove the heat insulator.

5. Protect the propeller shaft with rubber padding or similar protective cover to prevent damage.

Caution

• Remove the rubber padding or similar protective cover after propeller shaft installation is complete.

6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

7. Install in the reverse order of removal.

8. Remove the rubber padding or similar protective cover from the propeller shaft.

For Steel Propeller Shaft

1. Remove the front tunnel member.

2. Remove the rear tunnel member.

3. Remove the exhaust pipe and the silencer.

(See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

4. Remove the heat insulator.

5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Propeller Shaft Removal Note

Caution

• When replacing with a new propeller shaft, mark the companion flange to match the position of the tag on the propeller shaft.

1. Before removing the propeller shaft, make alignment marks on the yoke and differential companion flange.

2. Insert a slab of wood behind the rear differential, and remove the propeller shaft.

3. Install the SST to the extension housing.

Propeller Shaft Installation Note

1. Align the marks and install the propeller shaft.

Caution

• When installing a new carbon-fiber propeller shaft, install the shaft with the protective cover still on and then remove after completion.

• Handle the propeller shaft with careful attention.

2. When installing a new propeller shaft, align the differential companion flange mark with the tag on the propeller shaft and assemble.