6.DRIVE TRAIN
6-
FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT
Removal
Place vehicle on PARK position and select 4WD.
Remove left and right seats, gear shift handle and
engine shield.
Unscrew propeller shaft bolt on engine side.
Loosen the right front wheel nut.
Raise the front of vehicle, support it securely on
jack stands.
Remove the right front wheel and the ball joint of
tie rod from the steering knuckle.
Remove propeller shaft bolts on front
differential side.
Inspection
Inspect the propeller shaft for wear or
damage. If any defects are found, replace
the propeller shaft with new one.
Check if U-joint moves freely in all
direction.
Check bellows for holes or brittleness.
Installation
Installation is the reverse of removal procedure. Ensure tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
Bolt of front propeller shaft flange
Bolt of front propeller shaft flange