Rear Drive Shaft Assembly Removal and Installation: Installation

Install drive shaft assembly by reversing removal procedure and noting the following points.

• Install rear drive shaft (1) aligning match marks (2).
  Fig 1: Identifying Rear Drive Shaft

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  CAUTION:

  • Protect oil seals and boots from any damage, preventing them from unnecessary contact while installing drive shaft.
  • Do not hit joint boot with hammer.

    Inserting joint only by hands is allowed.

• Tighten each nuts to specified torque referring to REAR DRIVE SHAFT COMPONENTS:REAR .