2. Remove the shaft guard ring.
3. For safety, tie the shaft with wire.
4. Unscrew the bolts securing the propeller shaft to the rear gearbox flange.
5. Unscrew the bolts of the middle shaft support.
6. Loosen the bolts securing the propeller shaft to the transfer case flange.
7. Remove the shaft.
8. Installation is carried out in reverse order. Tighten the bolts to the torques shown in the photo.
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Universal joint and center support - replacement
The cardan shaft is non-separable and in case of failure of parts (hinges or supports) changes as a whole. The balance of the removed shaft is checked (and is being carried out) at the dealer's car service center.