Grand Vitara 2WD V6-2.7L (2006)
6.
Remove the nut and bolt from the column U-joint. Then slide the middle shaft toward the dash panel to disengage the shaft from the U-joint.
7.
At the dash panel uncover the shaft flange by moving the sound insulation away and down from around the middle shaft bearing flange. This
section of insulation is pre cut all around accept for the bottom section. This allows uncovering the flange without damaging the insulation.
8.
Then remove the four bolts and remove the shaft assembly from the vehicle.
9.
On a work bench gently extend the splined shaft until it stops.