Removal And Installation: Driveshaft: Removal

NOTE: Index mark both driveshaft flanges.

1.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to Jacking and Lifting .

2.

Remove the muffler and tailpipe. REFER to Exhaust System .

3.

Remove the 4 exhaust support brace bolts and the exhaust support brace.

4.

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

Remove and discard the 3 RDU pinion flange bolt and washer assemblies.

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5.

Using a flat blade screwdriver in the area shown in illustration, separate the driveshaft CV flange from the RDU flange.

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6.

Remove and discard the 4 PTU flange bolts.

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7.

Using a suitable prybar as shown in illustration, separate the driveshaft flange from the PTU flange.

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8.

With the help of an assistant, remove the 2 outer center bearing bracket bolts and the driveshaft.

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9.

If necessary, remove the 2 inner center bearing bolts and remove the center bearing bracket.