Driveshaft Indexing

DRIVESHAFT INDEXING

NOTE:If indexing the driveshaft does not eliminate the vibration, balance the driveshaft.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. See Lifting.





2. Remove and discard the 6 driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts and 3 double washers.

- Discard the bolts and washers.

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






3. Using a suitable prybar as shown, separate the driveshaft from the Power Transfer Unit (PTU). flange





4. Rotate the flange 90 degrees clockwise.

NOTE:Index-mark the shaft for reference.
5. Connect the front driveshaft and install the 6 new bolts and 3 new washers.

- Tighten to 40 Nm {4.0 kgf-m, 30 ft-lbf}.





6. Disconnect the rear driveshaft U-joint flange.

- Discard the 4 bolts.

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






7. Rotate the rear pinion 90 degrees clockwise.

8. Connect the rear driveshaft and install 4 new bolts.

- Tighten to 70 Nm {7.1 kgf-m, 52 ft-lbf}.

9. Test drive the vehicle.

10. Repeat the procedure if necessary.