Special ToolsJ-2619–01Slide HammerJ-44467Output Shaft Assembly Remover andInstallerRemoval ProcedureRaise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the VehicleRemove the wheel drive shaft assembly. Refer toFront Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.
Note:Remove the retaining ring. DO NOT re-use the retaining ringdiscard. Use NEW only.
Remove the retaining clip for the wheel drive shaft.Remove the mounting bolts-(1)-for theintermediate shaft and support bracket.
Using theJ-2619–01hammerand theJ-44467remover and installer, remove the wheel drive shaft from thetransmission.
Remove the wheel drive shaft from the vehicle.Installation Procedure
Note:Ensure that the intermediate shaft is properly seated.
Install the intermediate shaft-(1)- inthe vehicle.Caution:Refer toFastener Caution.
Install the intermediate shaft mounting bracket and tightento35-Y(26-lb-ft)..Install the NEW intermediate shaft retaining.Install the wheel drive shaft assembly. Refer toFront Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light
There is a driver seat belt reminder
light on the instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is started, this
light flashes and a chime may come
on to remind the driver to fasten
their seat belt. Then the light stays
on solid until the belt is buckled.
This cycle may continue several
times i ...