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Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints: Application and ID

Fig. 1 Driveshaft Identification. 1989-90 Models:





Fig. 2 Driveshaft Identification:





Driveshafts are identified by manufacturer. Vehicles may come equipped with any of these assemblies. During service do not intermix parts from different types.
Two different driveshaft systems are used. Some models use an "equal length" system, while others use an "unequal length" system. The "equal length" system has short solid interconnecting shafts of equal length on the left and right sides. The "unequal length" system has a short solid interconnecting shaft on left side, with a longer, tubular, interconnecting shaft on right.
Procedures for installation and removal of driveshafts are essentially the same for all assemblies used.