Propeller shaft - rear

DRIVESHAFTS

REPAIRS

47-21

Propeller shaft - rear 

$% 47.15.03

Remove

1. Position vehicle on lift.
2. Disconnect battery earth lead.
3. Remove exhaust system.

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mountings.
 

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4. Petrol models only: Remove 5 nuts securing 

LH heat shield. Remove heat shield.

5. Remove 8 nuts securing centre heat shield and 

remove shield.

6. Remove 8 hexagonal headed screws securing 

fuel tank heat shield and remove shield.

7. Raise vehicle to allow propeller shaft to rotate.

8. Reference mark rear propeller shaft for 

reassembly.

9. Remove 6 nuts securing propeller shaft to 

differential flange.

10. Release joint from differential flange and 

support the shaft.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to gaiter or 
joint, do not allow shaft to hang on joint.