RAM 3500 Truck 2WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN C (2003)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Standard Procedure - Propeller Shaft Angle
PROPELLER SHAFT ANGLE
This procedure applies to both the front/rear propeller shafts. To obtain the front output angle (A) on the front propeller shaft, place the inclinometer
the machined surface of the C/V joint.
1. To check driveline alignment, raise and support the vehicle at the axles as level as possible. Allow the wheels and propeller shaft to turn.
2. Remove any external bearing snap rings, if equipped from universal joint so protractor base sits flat.
3. Rotate the shaft until transmission/transfer case output yoke bearing is facing downward.
NOTE: Always make measurements from front to rear and from the same side of the vehicle.
4. Place Inclinometer 7663 on yoke bearing (A) parallel to the shaft (Fig. 4). Center bubble in sight glass and record measurement. This measurement
will give you the transmission yoke Output Angle (A).
5. Rotate propeller shaft 90 degrees and place Inclinometer on yoke bearing parallel to the shaft (Fig. 5). Center bubble in sight glass and record
measurement. This measurement can also be taken at the rear end of the shaft. This measurement will give you the Propeller Shaft Angle (C).
