Removal And Installation: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Jeep Compass. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Propeller shaft removal is a two-person operation. Never allow propeller shaft to hang from the center bearing, or while only connected to power transfer unit (PTU) or rear driveline module flanges. A helper is required. If a propshaft section is hung unsupported, damage may occur to the joint, boot, and center bearing from over-angulation. This may result in driveline vibrations.
NOTE:
Lightly apply grease to the splines prior to installation.
- Install a NEW
dust seal (1) on the pinion shaft of the Rear Driveline Unit (RDU).
- Install a NEW
dust seal (1) on the front shaft of the driveshaft.
- Install a NEW
snap ring (1) in the drive shaft.
- Install a NEW
snap ring (1) in the Power Transfer Unit (PTU).NOTE:
Protect the driveshaft coating with a suitable duct tape to prevent any scratches.
- Raise the driveshaft into the vehicle positioning the front of the shaft above the front cross member and the steering gear.
- Connect the driveshaft (1) to the pinion of the RDU, verify the snap ring is seated in the groove of the pinion shaft.
- Position the new dust cover (1) over the joint at the rear of the driveshaft.
- Loosely install the NEW
bolts (1) for the center support bracket.
- Connect the driveshaft (1) to PTU, verify the snap ring is (1) seated in the groove of the driveshaft.
- Position the new dust cover (2) over the joint at the front of the driveshaft.
- Tighten the center support bracket bolts (1) to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove the cable ties holding the wood to the driveshaft and remove the wood brace.
- Install the driveshaft heat shield. Refer to BELLY PAN, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the protective tape from the driveshaft.