Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair

Propeller Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Reference mark the propeller shaft at the transfer case flange.





3. Remove the propeller shaft-to-transfer case flange bolts.





4. Reference mark the propeller shaft at the torque tube flange.





5. Remove the propeller shaft-to-torque tube flange bolts.
6. Push the propeller shaft toward the rear of the vehicle.
7. Remove the propeller shaft.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the rear of the propeller shaft to the torque tube flange.
2. Align the reference marks on the propeller shaft and the torque tube flange.

Important: Thoroughly clean and apply threadlocker GM P/N United States 12345493 P/N Canada 10953488 or equivalent to the bolt threads prior to assembly.

3. Hand install the propeller shaft-to-torque tube bolts in order to maintain the proper propeller shaft to torque tube relationship. Ensure the special washer is in place on each pair of bolts.





4. Push the propeller shaft toward the rear of the vehicle and install the propeller shaft to the transfer case flange.
5. Align the reference marks on the propeller shaft and the transfer case flange.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





6. Install the propeller shaft-to-transfer case bolts. Ensure the special washer is in place on each pair of bolts.
7. Tighten the bolts in a cross sequence.
^ Tighten the bolts to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).





8. Install the propeller shaft-to-torque tube bolts. Ensure the special washer is in place on each pair of bolts.
9. Tighten the bolts in a cross sequence.
^ Tighten the bolts to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).
10. Lower the vehicle.