Front

Front Propeller Shaft Coupling Replacement

^ Tools Required
- J 45059 Angle Meter

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the propeller shaft.
3. Remove and discard the propeller shaft sliding yoke (1) bolts, nuts and washers.
4. Remove and discard the propeller shaft coupling bolts.

Installation Procedure





1. Align the triangle on the coupling so the point is facing the propeller shaft flange.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Using new bolts, nuts and washers, install (2) the propeller shaft coupling to the propeller shaft.
2.1. tighten the bolts to 18 Nm (13 ft. lbs.)
2.2. Using angle meter J 45059 tighten the bolts an additional 55 degrees.
3. Using new bolts, nuts and washers, install the propeller shaft yoke to the propeller coupling. Tighten
3.1. Tighten the bolts to 18 Nm (13 ft. lbs.)
3.2. using angle meter J 45059 tighten the bolts an additional 55 degrees.
4. Install the drive shaft.
5. Lower the vehicle.