Driveshaft Installation

Driveshaft Installation

NOTE: Before starting installation, make sure the mating surfaces of the joint and the splined section are not dusty or dirty.

1. Pull the knuckle outward, and install the outboard joint into the rear hub.






2. Install the inboard joint (A) into the rear differential (B) by aligning the reference marks (C) you made, then install new six inboard joint mounting bolts (D) and new nuts (E).






3. Install the knuckle (A) onto the lower arm (B). Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot (C). Wipe off the grease before tightening the nut at the ball joint. Torque new castle nut (D) to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the pin hole.
NOTE:

- Make sure the ball joint boot is not damaged or cracked.

- Do not align the nut by loosening it.

4. Install new cotter pin (E) into the pin hole, and bend it.






5. Install the wheel speed sensor harness (A) and flange bolts (B) on the upper arm.






6. Apply a small amount of engine oil to the seating surface of new spindle nut (A).

7. Install the spindle nut, then tighten the nut. After tightening, use a drift to stake the spindle nut shoulder (B) against the driveshaft.

8. Clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the rear wheel, then install the rear wheel.

9. Turn the rear wheel by hand, and make sure there is no interference between the driveshaft and surrounding parts.

10. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

11. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary. Service and Repair

12. Test-drive the vehicle.