Propeller Shaft Removal

Propeller Shaft Removal

1. Raise and support the vehicle Service and Repair.

2. Remove exhaust pipe B and the muffler Service and Repair.

3. Place a transmission jack under the No. 2 propeller shaft.

4. Make reference mark (A) across the No. 1 propeller shaft (B) and the transfer companion flange (C).





5. Remove the No. 1 propeller shaft flange nuts (D).

6. Make reference mark (A) across the No. 3 propeller shaft (B) and the rear differential companion flange (C).





7. Remove the No. 3 propeller shaft flange bolts (D).

8. Remove the No. 1 and the No. 2 center support bearings mounting bolts.

No.1 Support Bearing





No.2 Support Bearing





9. Move the propeller shaft (A) toward the rear differential, then lower the propeller shaft assembly on the jack.

NOTE: Secure the shaft to the transmission jack with a tie down to prevent it from rolling off.