Propeller shaft - assembly (page 2 of 2)

6. Remove 4 bolts from viscous coupling support bearings.
7. With assistance, remove complete propeller shaft assembly.

NOTE: Replace support bearings if worn or damaged.

Refit

1. Clean propeller shaft flanges and mating faces.
2. With assistance, fit propeller shaft in position, support front and rear propeller shafts at each end.
3. Align viscous coupling support bearings, fit bolts but do not tighten at this stage.
4. Position propeller shaft to rear axle and align reference marks.
5. Fit and tighten nuts and bolts securing rear propeller shaft to rear axle to 65 Nm.
6. Position propeller shaft to IRD flange, align flange reference marks.
7. Fit and tighten nuts and bolts to 40 Nm.

CAUTION: It is important that when securing the support bearings to the body that each support bearing is positioned at a right angle to the centre shaft axis before and after tightening the retaining bolts.

8. Correctly position support bearings at 90° to the centre line as shown at points ’A’ and ’B’, tighten rear then front bolts to 28 Nm.
9. Lower wheels.
10. Lower vehicle.