Installation Procedure

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NOTE:

Align the paint or scribe reference marks on the transfer case flange to the propeller shaft flange and the rear differential drive flange to ensure minimal driveline system imbalance.

Clean the mounting bolts for the center bearing, front and rear propeller shaft drive flanges. Apply threadlocker to the bolt threads. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
With the aid of an assistant, position the propeller shaft on the supports.

Fig 1: Front Propeller Shaft-To-Transfer Case Drive Flange

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NOTE:

Install a few of the mounting bolts and washers to hold the propeller shaft in place.

Align the reference marks on the front propeller shaft (2) to transfer case flange (1).

Fig 2: Propeller Shaft, Support Bearing And Bolts

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NOTE:

Install the mounting bolt to hold the center bearing in place.

Position the center support bearing on the vehicle.

Fig 3: Rear Propeller Shaft-To-Rear Differential Yoke

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NOTE:

Install a few of the mounting bolts to hold the propeller shaft in place.

Align the reference marks on the rear propeller shaft (1) to the rear differential yoke (2).

Fig 4: Flange Bolts And Washers

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CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the remaining bolts and washers (1) from the propeller shaft to the transfer case flange and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
Tighten the center bearing mounting bolts to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).
Install the remaining mounting bolts (1) from the propeller shaft to the rear differential yoke and tighten to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).
Remove the supports from the vehicle.
Lower the vehicle.