Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Intermediate Drive Shaft Removal

REMOVAL





1. Disconnect negative battery cable terminal from battery.
2. Remove right drive axle. Refer to "Drive Axle Removal" procedure.
3. On vehicles equipped with Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) (LL0) engine:
a. loosen intermediate shaft support bracket-to-intake manifold bracket fastener.
b. Remove intermediate drive shaft support bracket-to-engine block fastener.
c. Swing intermediate shaft support bracket-to-intake manifold bracket toward starter motor.
d. Tighten fastener at intake manifold to hold bracket aside.
4. Remove intermediate drive shaft support bracket-to-engine block fasteners.
5. Remove intermediate drive assembly from vehicle.