Tribute 4WD L4-2.3L Hybrid (2008)
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm {4.1 kgf-m, 30 ft-lbf}.
3. Remove and discard the 6 front driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts and washers.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm {4.1 kgf-m, 30 ft-lbf}.
CAUTION: Do not reuse the CV joint bolts and washers. Install new bolts and washers or damage to the vehicle may occur.
4. Index-mark the front driveshaft to the center bearing.
5. Remove and discard the 4 U- joint cap strap bolts and 2 cap straps, and remove the front driveshaft.
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To install, tighten to 23 Nm {2.3 kgf-m, 17 ft-lbf}.
CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts and cap straps for the center universal joint. Install new bolts and cap straps or damage to the vehicle may occur.
NOTE: There is a difference in the length of the head of the replacement cap strap bolts from the production bolts. The longer head pinion bolts can be
used in either location.
6. Index-mark the pinion and yoke to the driveshaft.
7. Remove and discard the 4 universal joint bolts.
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To install, tighten to 70 Nm {7.1 kgf-m, 52 ft-lbf}.
CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts from the rear universal joint. Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.
8. With the help of an assistant, remove the 2 center bearing support nuts and the driveshaft.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm {4.1 kgf-m, 30 ft-lbf}.
9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: If a driveshaft is installed and driveshaft vibration is encountered after installation, index the driveshaft. See See: Procedures/Driveshaft
Indexing.
