Shaft, Drive, Rear: Removal
CAUTION:
Driveshaft removal is a two-person operation. Never allow driveshaft to hang from the center bearing, or while only connected to the transmission or rear axle flanges. A helper is required. If a driveshaft section is hung unsupported, damage may occur to the shaft, coupler, and center bearing from over-angulation. This may result in driveline vibrations or component failure.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- If equipped, remove the skid plates. Refer to PLATE, SKID, FRONT, REMOVAL , PLATE, SKID, FRONT SUSPENSION, REMOVAL , PLATE, SKID, FUEL TANK, REMOVAL , PLATE, SKID, TRANSMISSION, REMOVAL or PLATE, SKID, TRANSFER CASE, REMOVAL .
- Remove the exhaust. Refer to MUFFLER, EXHAUST, REMOVAL, 3.6L SINGLE EXHAUST
, MUFFLER, EXHAUST, REMOVAL, 3.6L DUAL EXHAUST
, MUFFLER, EXHAUST, REMOVAL, 5.7L
, MUFFLER, EXHAUST, REMOVAL, 6.4L
or MUFFLER, EXHAUST, REMOVAL, 6.2L
.CAUTION:
Failure to follow these instructions may result in a driveline vibration.
- Mark the driveshaft to the pinion flange and transmission/transfer case flanges for installation reference.
- Remove the heat shield (3) from the center bearing.
- Using a long piece of wood or similar, fasten it to the driveshaft with several cable ties in order to keep the driveshaft from over-articulating during removal and installation.
- Remove the center support bearing bracket (1).
- Remove the driveshaft from axle pinion flange.
- Remove the driveshaft from transmission/transfer case flange.
- With the aid of a helper, remove driveshaft assembly.