Mariner 4WD L4-2.5L (2010)
Output Yoke/Flange: Service and Repair
Output Flange
Removal
NOTE: This procedure applies to vehicles equipped with automatic transaxles.
1. Remove the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings and Joints.
2. NOTICE: Rotational torque of the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) rear output shaft flange must be measured and recorded using a Nm
(lb-in) torque wrench for correct pinion bearing preload when reassembled.
Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture to hold the flange, remove and discard the pinion nut.
3. NOTE: Index-mark the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) rear output shaft flange relative to the pinion spline.
Using a suitable tool such as Snap-on(R) CJ2001, remove the PTU rear output shaft flange.
Installation
1. Install the PTU rear output shaft flange to engage the spline as previously marked. Install the PTU rear output shaft flange.
2. NOTICE: Do not overtighten the pinion nut. Refer to the rotational torque previously recorded with a Nm (in-lb) torque wrench.
Overtightening the pinion nut will damage the collapsible spacer.