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Propeller Shaft Removal/Installation: Notes

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  1. Remove the bolts.
    Fig 1: Identifying Member Bracket And Bolts With Torque Specification
    G10952314Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the member bracket. (With member bracket)
  3. Remove the bolts.
    Fig 2: Identifying Tunnel Member And Bolts With Torque Specification
    G10952315Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the tunnel member.
  5. Disconnect the O 2 sensor wiring harness clip from the three way catalytic converter (TWC). (See HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
  6. Disconnect the TWC from the exhaust manifold. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
  7. Suspend the TWC using a cable as shown in the figure.
    Fig 3: Suspending TWC Using Cable
    G10952316Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove in the order shown in the figure.
  9. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  10. Perform a road test and inspect for abnormal vibration or noise.
Fig 4: Propeller Shaft Related Components With Torque Specification
G10952317Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1 Nut
2 Washer
3 Bolt
4 Propeller shaft
(See Propeller Shaft Removal Note .)
(See Propeller Shaft Installation Note .)