Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair

Driveshaft - Vehicles Without: Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Service Repair No - 47.15.01

Removal

NOTE: If a new drive shaft is to be installed, remove the seal protector from the front sliding joint.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.

2. Remove the exhaust system.

3.





4. WARNING: Do not lever the driveshaft joints to release from the power transfer unit or the rear differential flanges.

CAUTION: Make sure that the driveshaft is supported with suitable retaining straps.

CAUTION: Make sure that new bolts are installed.

Torque:
40 Nm





5. WARNING: Do not lever the driveshaft joints to release from the power transfer unit or the rear differential flanges.

CAUTION: Make sure that the driveshaft is supported with suitable retaining straps.

CAUTION: Make sure that new bolts are installed.

Torque:
40 Nm





6. Torque:
25 Nm





7. NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

Torque:
25 Nm





8. Torque:
25 Nm





Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.