Highlander 4WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
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3. REMOVE PROPELLER SHAFT
a. Place matchmarks on both the flanges.
b. Remove the 4 nuts, bolts and washers.
4. REMOVE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
a. Place matchmarks on the joint and flange.
NOTICE: Do not make matchmarks with a punch.
b. Using a hexagon wrench (6 mm), remove the 6 bolts and 2 washers and separate the intermediate shaft from the rear propeller shaft.
5. INSPECT SPIDER BEARING
a. Check the spider bearing axial play by turning the flange while holding the shaft tightly.
If necessary, replace the shaft.
6. INSPECT INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
a. Using a dial indicator, inspect the runout of the shaft.
Maximum runout: 0.8 mm (0.031 inch)
If the shaft runout exceeds the maximum, replace the shaft.
