Driveshaft Indexing

Driveshaft Indexing

NOTE: If indexing the driveshaft does not eliminate the vibration, balance the driveshaft. Refer to Driveshaft Runout and Balancing.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. CAUTION: Do not reuse the CV joint bolts and washers. Install new bolts and washers or damage to the vehicle may occur.

Remove and discard the 4 front driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts and washers.





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 and washers.
- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.).

5. CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts for the pinion yoke. Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.

Disconnect the rear driveshaft universal joint flange.
- Discard the 4 bolts.





6. Rotate the rear pinion 90 degrees clockwise.





7. Connect the rear driveshaft and install 4 new bolts.
- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.).
8. Lower the vehicle and test drive.
9. Repeat the procedure if necessary.