Tribute 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
3. Using the Steering Wheel Remover, remove the PTU rear output shaft flange.
NOTE:Index-mark the PTU rear output shaft flange relative to the pinion spline.
Installation
1. Install the PTU rear output shaft flange to engage the spline as previously marked. Install the PTU rear output shaft flange.
2. Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture, install the pinion nut.
CAUTION:Do not overtighten the pinion nut. Refer to the rotational torque previously recorded with a Nm {kgf-m, in-lbf} torque wrench.
Overtightening the pinion nut will damage the collapsible spacer.
CAUTION:If the rotational torque is less than specification, tighten the drive pinion nut in small increments until it is within specification. Do not
tighten the drive pinion nut more than 3 Nm {0.3 kgf-m, 27 in-lbf} at a time or the collapsible spacer will be damaged. If the rotation torque is higher
than specification, the collapsible spacer has been compressed too far and a new collapsible spacer must be installed.
3. Install the driveshaft. See See: Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings and Joints/Drive/Propeller Shaft/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement.
