Driveshaft Indexing
Driveshaft IndexingNOTE: If indexing the driveshaft does not eliminate the vibration, balance the driveshaft.
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 CV joint bolts. Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.
Remove and discard the 4 front driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts.
3. NOTE: Index-mark the shaft for reference.
Rotate the flange 90 degrees clockwise.
4. Connect the front driveshaft and install the 4 new bolts.
^ Tighten to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs).
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 universal 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 ft. lbs).
8. Lower the vehicle and test drive.
9. Repeat the procedure if necessary.