Supra L6-2997cc 3.0L DOHC MFI (1998)
(g) Remove the 2 center support bearing set bolts and adjusting washers.
HINT: Some vehicles are not equipped with and adjusting washer.
NOTICE: When removing the set bolts, support the center support bearing by hand so that the transmission and intermediate shaft, and
propeller shaft and differential, remain in a straight line.
(h) Remove the propeller shaft from the transmission.
(i) Push the rear propeller shaft straight forward to compress the propeller shaft and pull out the propeller shaft from the centering pin of the
differential.
NOTICE: Press the propeller shaft straight ahead to keep the transmission and intermediate shaft aligned straight.
(j) Pull the propeller shaft out toward the vehicle's rear.
NOTICE: The intermediate shaft and propeller shaft should not be separated.
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT CENTER SUPPORT BEARING
(a) Check if the bearing turns smoothly.
(b) Check for crack in or damage to the cushion.
If the center support bearing is damaged, worn or does not turn smoothly, replace it.
2. INSPECT FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS
Check for cracks in or damage to rear flexible couplings.
If the flexible coupling is damaged, replace the propeller shaft assembly.