Intermediate Shaft Removal and Installation

1.
Drain the transmission fluid, then reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.

3. Intermediate Shaft Assembly - Remove

1.
Remove the dowel bolts (A) and the flange bolt (B).





2.
Remove the intermediate shaft (A).

NOTE: Hold the intermediate shaft horizontal until it is clear or differential to prevent damaging the oil seal (B).

4. All Removed Parts - Install

1.
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.


1.
Refill the transmission with the recommended transmission fluid.

6. Intermediate Shaft - After Install Check

1.
Turn the wheel by hand, and make sure there is no interference between the driveshaft and surrounding parts.


7. Test Drive - Check

1.
Test-drive the vehicle.

NOTE: Test drive the vehicle on the road, not on the lift.