Front Driveshaft: Removal

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NOTE: Removal steps may contain installation instructions.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Remove and discard the front driveshaft U-joint to pinion flange retaining strap bolts and retaining straps.
Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

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Index-mark the front driveshaft U-joint to the pinion flange.

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Remove the transfer case shield and bolts.
Torque: 46 lb.ft (63 Nm)

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Remove the front driveshaft.
1. Index-mark the front driveshaft CV joint-to-transfer case flange.
2. Remove and discard the front driveshaft CV joint-to-transfer case flange bolts.
  Torque: 92 lb.ft (125 Nm)
3. Remove the front driveshaft.

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