XL-7 4WD V6-2.7L (2003)
4) Insert pinion shaft into lower shaft assembly lower joint (2) with slit (1) of lower joint and yellow marks (4) on pinion shaft (5) and gear case (6)
aligned. And then install lower shaft assembly lower joint bolt (3) to lower shaft assembly lower joint (2). Tighten it to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Lower shaft assembly lower joint bolt a: 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m, 18.0 ft. lbs.)
5) Install steering shaft joint (1) to steering upper shaft (2) by matching it to marks (3) made before removal.
NOTE: Be sue that front wheels and steering wheel are in straight-ahead position.
