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Propeller Shaft - Removal





REMOVAL





1. With vehicle in neutral, position on hoist.
2. Apply alignment index marks (3) on the transmission and axle flanges (2) and rubber couplers (1).





3. Remove rear exhaust system. Removal
4. Remove heat shield retainers (2) and remove the heat shield (1).





5. Remove propeller shaft front coupler-to-flange bolts.





6. Remove propeller shaft rear coupler-to-flange bolts.





7. Remove three coupler-to-propeller shaft bolt/nuts. Note orientation and direction of components during disassembly. To avoid driveline vibration or damage, it is critical that all components are reinstalled in their original orientations
8. Separate coupler (1) and damper (3) (if equipped) from propeller shaft. Note orientation and direction of components during disassembly. To avoid driveline vibration or damage, it is critical that all components are reinstalled in their original orientations.