4 Runner SR5 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
Universal Joint: Service and Repair
1. Remove propeller shaft.
2. Place matchmarks on shaft and yoke.
3. Remove snap rings.
a. Using a brass bar and hammer, slightly tap in the bearing outer races.
b. Using 2 screwdrivers, remove the 4 snap rings from the grooves.
4. Remove spider bearings.
a. Using Special Service Tool (SST) 09332-25010, push out the bearing from the propeller shaft.
HINT: Sufficiently raise the part indicated by "A" so that it does not come into contact with the bearing.
b. Clamp the bearing outer race in a vise and tap off the propeller shaft with a hammer.
HINT: Remove the bearing on opposite side in the same procedure.
c. Install the 2 removed bearing outer races to the spider.
d. Using SST 09332-25010, push out the bearing from the yoke.
e. Clamp the outer bearing race in a vise and tap off the yoke with a hammer.
HINT: Remove the bearing on the opposite side in the same procedure.