Mercury 9L8Z-3A329-A Shaft

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To install the intermediate shaft, follow these steps: a) Lubricate the lips of the transaxle seal with multipurpose grease. b) Carefully guide the intermediate shaft into the transaxle side gear and then install the mounting nuts for the bearing support and tighten them. c) The remainder of the installation is the reverse of removal.

To install the rear driveaxle in 2004 and earlier models, follow these steps:a) Pry the old spring clip from the inner end of the driveaxle and install a new one.b) Apply a light film of grease to the area on the inner CV joint stub shaft where the seal rides, then insert the splined end of the inner CV joint into the differential.c) Make sure the spring clip locks in its groove.d) Apply a light film of grease to the outer CV joint splines, pry the trailing arm outward, and insert the outer end of the driveaxle into the hub.e) Install the coil spring.f) Connect the trailing arm to the lower suspension arm and install the nut.g) Using a floor jack, raise the trailing arm to simulate normal ride height and then tighten the nut.h) Install a new driveaxle/hub nut and tighten it before lowering the vehicle to prevent wheel bearing damage.i) Install the wheel and lug nuts, then lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts.