Propeller Shaft Replacement - Rear
Propeller Shaft Replacement - RearRemoval Procedure
Important: Observe the position of all of the driveline components. Accurately mark the relationship of the following components before removal:
- The propeller shafts
- The drive axles
- The pinion flanges
- The output shafts
Reassemble all of the components in the exact relationship to each other before removal Follow the specifications, the torque values, and any measurements that were obtained prior to disassembly.
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Accurately reference mark the propeller shaft.
3. Remove the bolts from the rear of the pinion flange.
4. Remove the retainers.
Notice: Do not pound on the original propeller shaft yoke ears. The injection joints may fracture. Never pry or place any tool between a yoke and a universal joint.
5. Remove the yoke and cross assembly.
6. Tape the bearing cups in order to prevent the loss of bearing rollers.
7. Remove the propeller shaft by using the following procedure:
1. Slide the propeller shaft forward.
2. Lower the propeller shaft.
3. Remove the shaft under the rear axle.
Do not allow the universal joint to incline greatly; the joint may fracture.
8. Clean all the parts using a suitable solvent.
9. Inspect the outer diameter of the nylon injected yoke for burrs. Burring damages the transmission seal.
10. Inspect for proper installation and uniform seating of the bearing cups.
11. Inspect the slip yoke splines for wear.
12. Inspect for twisted slip yoke spines or possibly the wrong universal joint. Replace the parts as necessary.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the propeller shaft into the transmission
Important: Install a new universal joint whenever a slip joint or companion flange is serviced.
2. Lubricate the slip joint.
3. Install the yoke and cross assembly onto the pinion flange.
4. Align the reference marks on the pinion flange and the propeller shaft rear yoke. Seat the yoke properly.
5. Install the retainers.
6. Install the bolts into the pinion flange.
Tighten
- Tighten the rear pinion flange bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft) for 2.2L engines.
- Tighten the bolts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft) for 4.3L engines.