Vanden Plas (X308) V8-4.0L (AJ27) (2000)
CAUTION: Under no circumstances must the flexible coupling (or its fixings) be loosened or removed from the drive shaft
"Match mark" the FLEXIBLE COUPLING to the differential DRIVE FLANGE. Remove the fixings (3)
6. Remove the driveshaft
CAUTION: Ensure that the driveshaft front & rear sections do not become disengaged. Secure the front & rear sections to prevent sliding joint
disengagement during transport
Remove the fixings (2) center bearing to mounting bracket
Installation
NOTE: The large diameter driveshaft tube MUST be towards the transmission
1. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure, noting the illustrations.
2. Refer to the illustration
Ensure that the assembly is central & that the bearing housing does NOT contact the transmission tunnel