Tracker 2WD L4-1.6L VIN 6 (2000)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Propeller Shaft Replacement - Rear
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and Support the Vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Place reference marks (3) on the pinion flange yoke (1) and the differential pinion flange (2).
3. Remove the 4 bolts (1) and the 4 nuts (4) holding the yoke (2). Separate the pinion flange yoke from the differential pinion flange (3).
4. Remove the sliding yoke from the transmission.
5. Remove the rear propeller shaft from the vehicle.
6. Inspect the rear propeller shaft for dents or other damage. Replace the rear propeller shaft if the shaft is damage.
7. Inspect the universal joints for smooth pivoting. If the universal joints bind or appear tight, replace the universal joints as assemblies. Refer to
Universal Joints Replacement in Universal Joints Replacement (Pinion Flange Yoke Joint) or Universal Joints.