Driveshaft Indexing

NOTE: If indexing the driveshaft does not eliminate the vibration, balance the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to Driveshaft Runout and Balancing .

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.

NOTE: Do not reuse the constant velocity (CV) joint bolts. Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.

Remove and discard the 4 front driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts.

Fig 1: Locating Front Driveshaft-To-Transfer Case Bolts

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NOTE: Index-mark the shaft for reference.

Rotate the flange 90 degrees clockwise.

Fig 2: Rotating Flange 90 Degrees Clockwise

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Connect the front driveshaft and install the 4 new bolts.
- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).

NOTE: Do not reuse the bolt and washer assemblies for the pinion flange. Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.

Disconnect the rear driveshaft CV joint flange.
- Discard the 3 bolt and washer assemblies.

Fig 3: Identifying Bolts

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Rotate the rear pinion 60 degrees clockwise.
Connect the rear driveshaft and install 3 new bolt and washer assemblies.
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Lower the vehicle and test drive.
Repeat the procedure if necessary.