Vitara 4WD L4-2.0L (2003)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
Removal
1) Hoist vehicle.
2) Drain transfer oil only when servicing front propeller shaft.
3) Before removing propeller shaft, give match marks (1) on joint flange and propeller shaft as shown in the figure.
4) Remove propeller shaft.
Installation
Reverse removal procedure to install propeller shaft.
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Use the following specification to torque universal joint flange bolts (1) (and center support bolts (2) (if equipped)).
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When installing propeller shaft, align the match marks. Otherwise, vibration may occur during driving.
NOTE: If transfer oil was drained for front propeller shaft removal, pour specified gear oil into transfer case to specified level.
