Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings and Joints: Service and Repair

Driveline Support Replacement

Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Support the propeller shaft with safety stands.





3. Remove the center bearing bolts (3).





4. Remove the propeller shaft hanger bolts.
5. Remove the propeller shaft hanger.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the propeller shaft hanger.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the propeller shaft hanger bolts.

Tighten the propeller shaft hanger bolts to 52 Nm (38 ft. lbs.).





3. Install the center bearing (5) to the propeller shaft hanger (1).
4. Install the center bearing support bolts (3).

Tighten the center bearing support bolts to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the safety stands.
6. Lower the vehicle.