Shaft, Drive, Rear Light Duty: Installation: Installation

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Fig 1: Propeller Shaft & Output Shaft

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Slide slip yoke (1) onto automatic transmission/transfer case output shaft (2) with reference marks aligned.

Fig 2: Center Bearing & Bolts
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If two piece propeller shaft, align center bearing (1) with reference marks on center bearing bracket and tighten bolts (2) to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.).

Fig 3: Pinion Flange & Rear Propeller Shaft
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NOTE:
Drive shaft bolts must be replaced or cleaned and Mopar® Lock and Seal Adhesive or equivalent applied.
Align reference marks on propeller shaft and pinion flange. Install companion flange (1) bolts and tighten to 115 N.m (85 ft. lbs.)

CAUTION:

Failure to follow these instruction may result in a driveline vibration.