Installation Procedure
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- Inspect the splines of the slip yoke for a sufficient coating of grease. If the splines of the slip yoke does not have a sufficient coating of grease, lubricate the shaft with clean grease or transmission fluid.
- Align the reference marks on the propeller shaft (4), the slip yoke (2), the universal bearing caps (3), the transmission or the transfer case (1).
- Install the propeller shaft in the transmission or transfer the case.
- Align the reference marks on the propeller shaft (1), universal bearing cap (4), pinion flange (5), and the rear axle housing (6).
- With the reference marks aligned, install the propeller shaft (1) on the rear axle (6).
- Install the rear propeller shaft bolts (3) and the strap (2).
Tighten: Tighten the yoke retainer bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Ensure that the reference marks are aligned before installing the propeller shaft.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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