C 1500 Truck 2WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN F (1998)
8. Remove the propeller shaft.
8.1.
Slide the propeller shaft forward.
8.2.
Lower the propeller shaft.
8.3.
Do not allow the universal joint to incline greatly. The joint may fracture.
8.4.
Remove the propeller shaft from the transmission.
9. Use the following procedure in order to remove the front propeller shaft:
9.1.
Always support the propeller shaft.
9.2.
Do not allow the universal joint to bend deeply as the universal joint could fracture.
9.3.
Remove the propeller shaft with a rearward movement.
10. Clean all parts with an approved solvent.
11. Inspect the outer diameter of the transmission yoke for burrs. Burring damages the transmission seal.
12. Inspect the slip yoke splines for wear.
13. Inspect for twisted slip yoke splines or possibly the wrong universal joint.
14. Inspect the universal joint bearings for wear.
Replace as necessary.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
