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Propeller Shaft-Rear: Removal

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  1. Place the transmission into the Neutral position.
  2. Raise and support vehicle on safety stands.
  3. Mark a line across the axle companion flange and propeller shaft flange yoke (Fig 1 ) for installation reference.
    Fig 1: Identifying Companion Flange Components (Propeller Shaft Rear)
    G02656005Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  4. Mark an outline of the center bearing on the support bracket for installation reference, if equipped.
  5. Mark an outline of the heat shield on the center bearing for installation reference, if equipped.
  6. Remove center bearing and heat shield bolts, if equipped.
  7. Remove companion flange bolts.
  8. Slide slip yoke off of the transmission, or transfer case, output shaft and remove the propeller shaft (Fig 2 ).
    Fig 2: Removing & Installing Rear Propeller Shafts
    G02656006Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.