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.
2. CAUTION: Do not reuse the constant velocity (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 lb-ft).
5. CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolt and washer assemblies for the pinion flange. Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.
Disconnect the rear driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint flange.
^ Discard the 3 bolt and washer assemblies.
6. Rotate the rear pinion 60 degrees clockwise.
7. Connect the rear driveshaft and install 3 new bolt and washer assemblies.
^ Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
8. Lower the vehicle and test drive.
9. Repeat the procedure if necessary.