Removal and Replacement

1. Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear wheel.

Fig. 5 Driveshaft Replacement:

2. Remove driveshaft in numbered sequence shown, Fig. 5, noting the following:
a. Use tool No. MB990767, or equivalent, to prevent hub from turning while removing driveshaft nut.
b. Remove shaft from vehicle by pushing lower portion of knuckle outward while prying shaft away from differential carrier with a suitable pry bar.
c. Insert tool No. MB991460, or equivalent, into carrier to prevent entry of foreign matter while driveshaft is removed.
d. If both shafts are to be removed, distinguish left-hand from right-hand side for installation reference.
3. Reverse numbered sequence to install, noting the following:
a. Do not allow driveshaft splines to damage differential carrier oil seal during installation.
b. Tighten driveshaft nut using tool No. MB990767, or equivalent. If cotter pin holes do not align, tighten nut until pin can be inserted. Do not exceed torque of 188 ft. lbs.
c. Bleed brake system as outlined in Brake System Bleed.
d. Adjust parking brake as outlined in Parking Brake.