45302-2Intermediate bearing, replace

Illustrations may differ slightly from the actual vehicle being serviced. However, key
components addressed in this information are represented as accurately as possible.
Special tools
88800040 88890148 88890149 88890150 9986172
9992608 9998570

1 Apply the handbrake.

2
Position the wheel chocks.
 DANGER

Risk of severe personal injury or death.

A raised vehicle which has not been properly secured can cause serious damage.
▶ Only use jack stands with adequate rating.
▶ Verify that jacks and jack stands are fault-free.
▶ DO NOT work under or around a vehicle until it is supported on jack stands.

3
Place the jack stand under the propeller shaft.
4 Remove the screws.
5 Disconnect the propeller shaft.
6 Lower the propeller shaft.
7 Install the tool.
Required material
COUNTERHOLD 9998570

8 Remove the screws.

9 Install the tool.
Required material
PULLER 88800040
10
Remove the companion flange.
 DANGER

Risk of severe personal injury or death.

A raised vehicle which has not been properly secured can cause serious damage.
▶ Only use jack stands with adequate rating.
▶ Verify that jacks and jack stands are fault-free.
▶ DO NOT work under or around a vehicle until it is supported on jack stands.

11
Place the jack stand under the propeller shaft.
12 Remove the screws.
Note

Mark the holes where the screws are mounted.

13 Remove the bracket.

14 Remove the rubber cushion.

15 Remove the bearing.
Required material
PULLER 9986172
16 Remove the dust cover.
17 Install the dust cover.
18 Install the bearing.
Required material
HOLLOW DRIFT 9992608
19 Install the rubber cushion.
20 Install the bracket.
21 Install the screws.
Note

Ensure that the screws are installed at the holes marked.

22 Torque tighten the screws.

Tightening torque
Propeller shaft guard, screw 175 ±30 Nm
Required material
TORQUE WRENCH 88890149
23 Place the flange.
24 Install the screws.
25 Install the tool.
Required material
COUNTERHOLD 9998570
26 Tighten according to specifications.
Tightening torque
Intermediate bearing, screw 105 ±15 Nm
Required material
TORQUE WRENCH 88890148
27 Apply a bead of sealant around the tip of the screws.
Required material
Glue, tape, sealant and locking fluid
28 Install the propeller shaft.
29 Install the screws and nuts.
30 Torque tighten the screws.
Tightening torque
Transmission, screw Screw M14
160 ±20 Nm
Required material
TORQUE_WRENCH 88890150
Note

Always use new screws and nuts.