Driveshaft - Front

Driveshaft - Front

Driveshaft - Front:

Removal and Installation

CAUTION: Always disconnect the front driveshaft from the transfer case first. Otherwise, the weight of the driveshaft may pinch the boot between the driveshaft and damage the constant velocity (CV) joint flange which may cause the boot to tear.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Index-mark the front driveshaft to maintain driveshaft balance.








3. Remove and discard the 6 CV flange bolts and 3 CV joint washers.
^ To install, tighten the new bolts to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).





4. Remove the 4 U-joint strap bolts and remove the 2 U-joint straps.
^ Discard the bolts.
^ To install, tighten the new bolts to 19 Nm (14 lb-ft).





5. Remove the front driveshaft.





6. CAUTION: Tighten the constant velocity (CV) joint bolts evenly in a cross pattern or damage will occur to the CV joint.

NOTE: The can (domed CV joint housing cover) is pressed into the CV joint housing at the factory. When housed correctly, the can will appear as shown in the cut-away illustration (top box). Do not reseat the can in the CV joint housing if the can's flange is above the CV joint housing as shown in the cut-away illustration (bottom box), install a new driveshaft.

NOTE: The CV joint is not serviceable. Install a new driveshaft if damaged.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.