How to replace the center support or carrier bearing?

Tiny
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  • 2002 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
  • 2.5L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 123,407 MILES
Hi. Can someone tell me how to replace the center support or carrier bearing to the the vehicle listed above?
I attached photos. If someone could help I would appreciate.
Thanks, Juan Marin
Sunday, July 11th, 2021 AT 1:32 PM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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Suzuki didn't make that as a replaceable item, it only comes as part of the driveshaft assembly. The bearing is placed on the shaft before the yokes are welded on to make it that way. If you cannot locate a replacement shaft it might be possible to have a driveline shop cut one yoke off, then replace the bearing and weld it back together and balance it. The only aftermarket unit I know of is a Dorman 976-822 the factory number is Suzuki 2710067D52 and the current list price shown is close to $1,500.00 us.

It doesn't appear you need it but others may, here is a guide that will help with removing the driveshaft:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-remove-a-drive-shaft

Below is the process from the manual that includes torque specs in case you need this. Thanks
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