Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle and support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement or Three-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement .
- Remove the front or intermediate propeller shaft.
- Remove the center bearing.
| • | Stand the propeller shaft on end in press with the center bearing supported by press bars. |
| • | Press the propeller shaft down and off the center bearing. |
Installation Procedure
- Install the center bearing onto the propeller shaft.
- Use a press in order to press the center bearing onto the propeller shaft.
- Install the front or immediate propeller shaft.
- Install the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement or Three-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement .
- Remove the safety stands and lower vehicle.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Important: The center bearing must be aligned in order to prevent damage to the propeller shaft assembly. When bolting the center bearing in place, be sure to keep it perpendicular 89-91 degrees to the propeller shaft.
Tighten
Tighten the center bearing bolts/nuts to 53 N·m (39 lb ft).
