Driveshaft Indexing

Driveshaft Indexing

NOTE: If indexing the driveshaft does not eliminate the vibration, balance the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to Driveshaft Runout and Balancing.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.

2. CAUTION: Do not reuse the constant velocity (CV) joint bolts. Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.

Remove and discard the 6 front driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts and 3 double washers.





3. NOTE: Index-mark the shaft for reference.

Rotate the flange 90 degrees clockwise.





4. Connect the front driveshaft and install the 6 new bolts and 3 new washers.
^ Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

5. CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts for the pinion yoke. Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.

Disconnect the rear driveshaft U-joint flange.
^ Discard the 4 bolts.





6. Rotate the rear pinion 90 degrees clockwise.





7. Connect the rear driveshaft and install 4 new bolts.
^ Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).

8. Test drive the vehicle.
9. Repeat the procedure if necessary.