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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 527 (PROPELLER SHAFT)JOINT ANGLEADJUSTMENT

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Joint Angle: Adjustment

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus IS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

STABILIZE PROPELLER SHAFT AND DIFFERENTIAL
1. Turn the propeller shaft several times by hand to stabilize the center support bearing.
  
  Fig 1: Stabilizing Center Support Bearing
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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
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
CHECK JOINT ANGLE OF NO. 2 JOINT AND NO. 3 JOINT
1. Using SST, measure the installation angle of the intermediate shaft and propeller shaft.
  (SST 09370-50010)
  
  Fig 3: Measuring Installation Angle Of Intermediate Shaft And Propeller Shaft
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Using SST, measure the installation angle of the differential.
  (SST 09370-50010)
  
  HINT:
  
  Measure the installation angle by placing the SST in the position, as shown in the figure.
  
  Fig 4: Measuring Installation Angle Of Differential
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
3. Calculate the No. 2 joint angle.
  No. 2 joint angle:
  
  A-B = -1°21' +/- 30'
  
  A: Intermediate shaft installation angle
  
  B: Propeller shaft installation angle
4. Calculate the No. 3 joint angle.
  No. 3 joint angle:
  
  B - C = 2° 18' +/- 30'
  
  B: Propeller shaft installation angle
  
  C: Differential installation angle
  
  Fig 5: Calculating No. 2 And No.3 Joint Angle
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  
  If the measured angle is not within the specification, adjust it with the center support bearing adjusting washer and differential adjusting shim.
  
  Center support bearing adjusting washer thickness:
  NOTE:
  - Left and right washers should be the same thickness.
  - 2 washers should not be assembled together.
  - Some vehicles are not assembled with washers.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.