REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
Exploded View
: Vehicle front
: N·m (kg-m, ft-lb)
: Always replace after every
disassembly.
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
CAUTION: For matching marks, use paint. Do not damage propeller shaft flange yoke and transfer companion flange.
: Front
CAUTION: Tighten nuts temporarily.
CAUTION: If constant velocity joint was bent during propeller shaft assembly removal, installation, or transportation, its boot may be damaged. Wrap boot interference area to metal part with shop cloth or rubber to protect boot from breakage.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
(1) : Final drive assembly
(2) : Propeller shaft assembly
Inspection
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Appearance
Check propeller shaft tube surface for dents or cracks. If malfunction is detected, replace propeller shaft assembly.
Propeller Shaft Runout
Check propeller shaft runout at measuring points with a dial indicator.
If runout exceeds specifications, replace propeller shaft assembly.
Propeller shaft runout : Refer to DLN-103, "Propeller Shaft Runout".
: Front side
Dimension
A : 541.5 mm (21.32 in)
B : 488.7 mm (19.24 in)
Journal Axial Play
As shown in the figure, while fixing yoke on one side, check axial play of joint. If it is outside the standard, replace propeller shaft assembly.
Journal axial play : Refer to DLN-103, "Journal Axial Play".
CAUTION: Never disassemble joints.
Center Bearing
Check center bearing for noise and damage. If malfunction is detected, replace propeller shaft assembly.
CAUTION: Never disassemble center bearing.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
After assembly, perform a driving test to check propeller shaft vibration. If vibration occurred, separate propeller shaft from final drive. Reinstall propeller shaft by changing the phase between electric controlled coupling stud bolt and propeller shaft by the one bolt hole at a time. Then perform driving test and check propeller shaft vibration again at each point.
Cleaning exterior
In order to maintain the appearance of your vehicle,
it is important to take proper care of it.
To protect the paint surfaces, please wash your
vehicle as soon as you can:
after a rainfall to prevent possible damage
from acid rain
after driving on coastal roads
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QR25DE engine
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Air cleaner
Fuse/Fusible link box
Radiator cap
Engine oil dipstick
Drive belt location
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Three-point type seat belt with retractor
WARNING
Every person who drives or rides in this
vehicle should use a seat belt at all
times.
Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against your body. In an accident,
you ...