Tacoma Extra Cab 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1998)
Universal Joint: Service and Repair
SPIDER BEARING
REPLACEMENT
NOTICE: Be careful not to grip the propeller shaft tube too tightly In a vise as this will cause deformation.
1. PLACE MATCHMARKS ON SHAFT AND YOKE
2. TMC MADE:
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.
3. DANA MADE:
REMOVE SNAP RINGS
a. Using a brass bar and hammer, slightly tap in the bearing outer races.
b. Using pliers, remove the 4 snap rings from the grooves.
4. REMOVE SPIDER BEARINGS
a. Using SST, push out the bearing from the propeller shaft.
SST 09332-25010
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.