Tundra Regular Cab SR5 4WD V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE) (2000)
SST 09330-00021
c. Place matchmarks; on the flange and shaft.
d. Using SST, remove the flange from the intermediate shaft.
SST 09950-30011 (09951-03010, 09953-03010, 09954-03010, 09955-03030, 09956-03020)
e. Remove the spacer and center support bearing from the intermediate shaft.
INSPECTION
NOTICE: Be careful not to grip the propeller shaft tube too tightly in a vise as this will cause deformation.
1. INSPECT PROPELLER SHAFT AND INTERMEDIATE SHAFT FOR DAMAGE OR RUNOUT
Using a dial indicator, check the runout of shafts.
Maximum runout: 0.8 mm (0.031 inch)
If shaft runout is greater than the maximum, replace the shaft.
2. INSPECT SPIDER BEARING
a. Inspect the spider bearing for wear or damage.
b. Using a dial indicator, check the spider bearing axial play by turning the yoke of flange while holding the shaft tightly.
Maximum bearing axial play:
Front propeller shaft: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch)
Rear propeller shaft: 0 mm (0 inch)
If the spider bearing axial play exceeds the maximum, replace the spider bearing.
3. Rear propeller shaft: INSPECT CENTER SUPPORT BEARING FOR WEAR OR DAMAGE
Check that the bearing turns freely.