INSPECTION

1.	Shift the transaxle to Neutral.

2.	Raise the vehicle off the ground, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.

3.	Check the center bearing (A) for excessives play or rattle and rubber for rent. If the center bearing (A) has excessive play or rattle and rubber has rent, replace the propeller shaft assembly.

4.	Check the CV joint boot (B) for damage and deterioration. If the boot is damaged or deteriored, replace the propeller shaft assembly.

5.	Check the CV joint (C) for excessive play or rattle. If the CV joint have excessive play or rattle, replace the propeller shaft assembly.

1.	Install a dial indicator with its needle on the center of front propeller shaft or rear propeller shaft.

2.	Turn the propeller shaft slowly and check the runout. Repeat this procedure for the other propeller shaft. Front Propeller Shaft Runout : 0.3mm (0.012in.) Rear Propeller Shaft Runout : 0.3mm (0.012in.)

3.	If the runout on either propeller shaft exceeds the service limit, replace the propeller shaft assembly.

REMOVAL

1.	After making a match mark (C) on the rubber coupling (A) and rear differential companion (B), remove the propeller shaft mounting bolts (D). Tightening torque Nm (kgf-m, lb-ft) : 49.0~68.6 (5~7, 36.2~50.6)

2.	Remove the center bearing bracket (A) mounting bolts (B). Tightening torque Nm (kgf-m, lb-ft) : 39.2~49.0 (4~5, 28.9~36.2)

3.	After making a match mark (C) on the flange yoke (A) and transaxle companion (B), remove the propeller shaft mounting bolts (D). Tightening torque Nm (kgf-m, lb-ft) : 49.0~68.6 (5~7, 36.2~50.6) Use the hexagonal wrench to prevent damage of bolt head when removing bolts (D).

4.	Installation is the reverse of the removal procedures