Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Propeller Shaft Installation (With VTM-4)




Propeller Shaft Installation

1. Set the No. 2 propeller shaft (A) to the rear differential companion flange (B) by aligning the reference mark (C) you made during the removal procedure. Then install new flange bolts (D) to the specified torque.

NOTE: When replacing the propeller shaft or the rear differential, align the factory reference marks (E).






2. Install the center support bearing mounting bolts (A).






3. Set the No. 1 propeller shaft (A) to the transfer companion flange (B) by aligning the reference mark (C) you made during the removal procedure. Then install new flange bolts (D) to the specified torque.






4. Install the propeller shaft protector (A).





5. If you installed a new propeller shaft, test-drive the vehicle at 55 mph (88 km/h) and check for noise or vibration. If there is a noise or vibration, rotate the propeller shaft 180 degrees from its current alignment with the rear differential companion flange, and check.