Tacoma S-Runner 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (2001)
a. Place matchmarks on the propeller shaft and differential flanges.
b. Remove the 4 nuts, bolts and washers.
Torque: 74 Nm (750 kgf-cm, 54 ft. lbs.)
c. 3-joint it type:
Remove the center support bearing 2 set bolts from the frame crossmember.
Torque: 36 Nm (370 kgf-cm, 27 ft. lbs.)
d. Pull the sleeve yoke from the transmission and remove the propeller shaft.
e. Insert SST in the transmission to prevent oil leakage.
SST 09325-20010 (2-joint type), 09325-40010 (3-joint type)
DISASSEMBLY
NOTICE: Be careful not to grip the propeller shaft tube too tightly in a vise as this will cause deformation.
1. 3-joint type:
SEPARATE PROPELLER SHAFT AND INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
a. Place matchmarks on the flanges.
b. Remove the 4 nuts, bolts and washers.
c. Separate the propeller shaft and intermediate shaft.
2. 3-joint type:
REMOVE FLANGE FROM INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
a. Using a chisel and hammer, loosen the staked part of the nut.
b. Using SST to hold the flange, remove the nut and spacer.
SST 09330-00021
c. Place matchmarks on the flange and shaft.