Propeller Shaft Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Suzuki Aerio. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Hoist vehicle.
Before removing propeller shaft, give match marks (2) on joint flange and propeller shaft as shown.
Separate No.2 propeller shaft (3) from rear differential flange.
Remove No.1 propeller shaft (1) from transfer output flange.

Fig 1: Removing No. 1 Propeller Shaft From Transfer Output Flange
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Remove propeller shaft center support brackets (4) from vehicle body.
CAUTION:
- Bracket and No.1 & No. 2 shaft are removed in one without separation.
- Use care not to drop it.

Fig 2: Removing Propeller Shaft Center Support Brackets

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