2005 Kawasaki STx-12F Jet Ski Factory Service Manual., Page 256Get this manual
10-6 DRIVE SYSTEM Drive ShaftDrive Shaft Holder
Rheamoevrethe engine (see Engine RemovalInstallation ptPull the rive shaft [A] out of the hull
Hold the drive shaft in vice, and unscrew the couplingSpecial ToolCoupling Holder: 57001-1423 [A]
Whesninstalling the drive shaft, be careful of the following item