Propeller Shaft Removal/Installation: Notes
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- Remove the bolts.
- Remove the member bracket. (With member bracket)
- Remove the bolts.
- Remove the tunnel member.
- Disconnect the O2 sensor wiring harness clip from the three way catalytic converter (TWC). (See HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Disconnect the TWC from the exhaust manifold. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Suspend the TWC using a cable as shown in the figure.
- Remove in the order shown in the figure.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Perform a road test and inspect for abnormal vibration or noise.COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
1 Nut 2 Washer 3 Bolt 4 Propeller shaft
(See Propeller Shaft Removal Note .)
(See Propeller Shaft Installation Note .)