Tundra Access Cab SR5 2WD V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE) (2001)
DISASSEMBLY
NOTICE: Be careful not to grip the propeller shaft tube too tightly in a vise as this will cause deformation.
1. SEPARATE PROPELLER SHAFT AND INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
a. Place matchmarks on the yoke and propeller shaft.
b. Disassemble center yoke.
2. REMOVE CENTER SUPPORT BEARING FROM INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
a. Using a hammer and chisel, loosen the staked part of the nut.
b. Clamp the yoke in a vise and remove the spacer and nut.
c. Place matchmarks on the yoke and shaft.
d. Using a brass bar and hammer, remove the center yoke, spacer, center support bearing from the intermediate shaft.
INSPECTION
NOTICE: Be careful not to grip the propeller shaft tube too tightly in a vise as this will cause deformation.
1. INSPECT PROPELLER SHAFT AND INTERMEDIATE SHAFT FOR DAMAGE OR RUNOUT
Using a dial indicator, check each runout of shaft.
Maximum runout: 0.8 mm (0.031 inch)
If shaft runout is greater than the maximum, replace the shaft.
2. INSPECT SPIDER BEARING