Repair ZIL-5301
The ZIL-5301 "Bychok" is a light-duty truck whose specifications vary depending on the model, but generally speaking, it features a 4.75-liter diesel engine (producing between 109 and 130 hp), a payload capacity of approximately 3–3.5 tons, and a top speed of 95 km/h.
Key features include rear-wheel drive, a five-speed manual transmission, and reinforced suspension with leaf springs.
Removing and disassembling the ZIL-5301 cardan transmission
To remove the cardan transmission from the vehicle, unscrew the nuts securing the rear fork-flange of the cardan shaft, remove the washers and remove the bolts from the flange holes, while supporting the cardan shaft.