Removal and Replacement

Driveshaft

Driveshaft









Removal and Installation

NOTE: Index-mark both the driveshaft flanges.

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

NOTICE: Make sure to adequately support the exhaust flex pipe or damage may occur.

2. Remove and discard the 2 nuts and separate the exhaust system at the flex pipe.
- Install new nuts and tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).





3. Support the exhaust system and disconnect the 2 front exhaust hangers from the exhaust system.





4. Carefully lower the exhaust system to allow clearance for removal of the driveshaft.





5. NOTE: Do not reuse the CV joint bolts.

Remove and discard the 4 front driveshaft-to-Power Transfer Unit (PTU) flange bolts.

- Install new bolts and tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).





6. Using a suitable pry bar as shown, separate the driveshaft flange from the PTU flange.





7. NOTICE: Do not reuse the bolts for the rear U-joint flange. Install new bolts or damage to the component may occur.

Remove and discard the 4 rear driveshaft-to-pinion flange bolts.

- Install new bolts and tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).





8. With the help of an assistant, remove the 4 center bearing support nuts and the driveshaft.
- To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).





9. NOTE: If a driveshaft is installed and driveshaft vibration is encountered after installation, index the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to Driveline System - General Information Driveshaft Runout and Balancing.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.