Drivetrain - Revised Driveshaft Removal/Installation

Retailer Technical Journal 19917
Updated procedure, propeller shaft, removal/installation

Date 12-05-2008

Reference: VIDA

Note! If using a printed copy of this Retailer Technical Journal, first check for the latest online version.

This RTJ supersedes TNN 46-10 released 4-27-2007. The procedure for joint replacement is now in VIDA. Changes have also been made to this document concerning the handling of the prop shaft. This info will be in VIDA 2009A. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR FILES.





AFFECTED VEHICLES:

SERVICE:
When loosening the propeller shaft from the bevel gear, final drive or when replacing the propeller shaft, it is important that the following method steps are taken to prevent damaging the rubber boot on the joint.





Note: When handling a propeller shaft out of the vehicle, it is important to support it so that the boot on the center joint is not damaged. Allowing the shaft to 'fold' at the center joint may
cause the boot to be cut by the edge of the joint.





There is a protrusion inside the joint that can damage the rubber boot if the propeller shaft is bent to its maximum when loosening an end or removing the propeller shaft.





If the entire propeller shaft is to be removed, the rubber boot must be protected.

Cut a 35 mm (1 3/8") piece of discarded coolant hose or similar. Cut the hose to length. Insert the hose in the joint and secure it with a cable





Important! The propeller shaft must not be raised without protecting the rubber boot





If a part of the propeller shaft is to be loosened, use a jack to support the part until the propeller shaft is suspended. If the entire propeller shaft is to be removed, both parts must be supported.