Drain the transmission fluid. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.
Remove the right driveshaft.
Remove the shift cable cover (A).

Remove the heat shield (A).

Remove the two dowel bolts (B) and the flange bolt (C).
Remove the intermediate shaft (D) from the differential. Hold the intermediate shaft horizontally until it is clear of the differential to prevent damaging the oil seal.
Additional Information About Your Airbags
Airbag System Components
Your airbag system includes:
• Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is
stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front ...
Customizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
You can customize the auto door locking/unlocking setting to your liking
using the master door lock switch.
List of the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Customizable Options
■ Auto door locking
...
Entering the Security Code
Find the navigation system’s security code
and serial number label in your Owner’s
Manual kit. Do not store the label in your
vehicle. If you lose the label, you must first
retrieve the serial ...