Indexing

Marking Position On Driveshaft Yoke:

1. Mark one hole position on driveshaft yoke at rear of driveshaft with the letter A and the eight circular flange holes (starting with the mating hole with driveshaft position A) from one through eight. Position A-1 is considered the original index position.

NOTE: Check U-joints for binding during first re-indexing.

2. Index driveshaft-to-axle 180 degrees to position A-5. Test drive vehicle; it unsatisfactory, evaluate position A-3 and position A-7.

3. If further improvement is desired, evaluate remaining positions that are located between the best of the two previous positions, A-3 and A-7. If vehicle tests satisfactorily at any point during this procedure, do not proceed with any further steps. If indexing is not successful, refer to Driveshaft Balance Diagnosis. Testing and Inspection

NOTE: Original equipment driveshaft-to-axle companion flange attaching bolts (N-800594-S100) are Loctite coated and do not require a lockwasher. If these bolts are removed, they may be installed, if additional Loctite is applied. New and used bolts must be tightened to 95-129 Nm (70-95 lb-ft).