Installation Procedure
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- Inspect the splines of the propeller shaft slip yoke for a sufficient coating of lubricant. If the splines of the slip yoke do NOT have a sufficient coating, lubricate the internal slip yoke splines with clean transmission fluid. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
Propeller Shaft(1) - Install with assistance.
- Align the reference marks made during removal.
Propeller Shaft(1)@Transmission Output Shaft (2) - Install
- CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Front Propeller Shaft Bearing Bolt (1)@ Propeller Shaft Center Support Bearing (2) - Install and tighten[2x]40 N.m (30 lb ft)
Propeller Shaft(1)@Pinion Flange Assembly (2) - Install
- Remove the jack supporting the front and rear propeller shaft.
Rear Propeller Shaft Retainer(2) - Install NEW retainers. Do NOT reuse old retainers.[2x]
- Rear Propeller Shaft Bolt(1) - Install NEW bolts.[4x]Tighten 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
- Lower the vehicle.