Joint Angle: Inspection: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lexus GS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: When performing operations which involve the removal and installation of the propeller shaft, always check the joint angle. Make adjustments if necessary.

STABILIZE PROPELLER SHAFT AND DIFFERENTIAL
1. Turn the propeller shaft several times by hand to stabilize the center support bearing and flexible couplings.
  
  Fig 1: Stabilizing Propeller Shaft And Differential
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2. Using a jack, raise and lower the differential to stabilize the differential mounting cushion.
  
  Fig 2: Stabilizing Differential Mounting Cushion
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