Rear

Propeller Shaft Replacement-Rear

Removal Procedure
1. Raise and Support the Vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.





2. Place reference marks (3) on the pinion flange yoke (1) and the differential pinion flange (2) .





3. Remove the 4 bolts (1) and the 4 nuts (4) holding the yoke (2) . Separate the pinion flange yoke from the differential pinion flange (3).
4. Remove the sliding yoke from the transmission.
5. Remove the rear propeller shaft from the vehicle.
6. Inspect the rear propeller shaft for dents or other damage. Replace the rear propeller shaft if the shaft is damage.
7. Inspect the universal joints for smooth pivoting. If the universal joints bind or appear tight, replace the universal joints as assemblies.





8. Inspect the sliding yoke splines (1) for excessive wear or damage. If the splines appear worn or rounded, replace the Sliding yoke (3).
9. Inspect the sliding yoke surfaces for the following:
^ Scoring
^ Burrs
^ Other damage
^ If the sliding yoke surface appears scored or rough, replace the sliding yoke.

10. Inspect the pinion flange yoke for the following:
^ Cracks
^ Distortion
^ Other damage
^ If the pinion flange yoke appears damaged or distorted, replace the pinion flange yoke.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the sliding yoke (2) into the transmission (3) .

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





2. Install the pinion flange yoke (4) to the differential pinion flange (3) aligning the reference marks (2) on the pinion flange yoke (4) and the differential pinion flange ( 3). Secure the pinion flange yoke (4) with 4 bolts and 4 nuts.
^ Tighten the propeller shaft bolts and nuts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).