RAM 3500 HD Truck 4WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo VIN A (2007)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Propeller Shaft Front HD
Removal
REMOVAL
1. With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
2. Remove exhaust crossover pipe.
3. Mark a line across axle (3)/transfer case (2) companion flange and propeller shaft flange yokes for installation reference.
4. Remove axle/transfer case companion flange bolts.
5. Remove propeller shaft.
Installation
INSTALLATION
1. Install propeller shaft (1) with all reference marks aligned.
2. Install transfer case companion flange (2) bolts and tighten to 88 Nm (65 ft. lbs.).
3. Install new axle companion flange (3) bolts and tighten to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: Companion flange bolts incorporate a Loctite(R) patch, new bolts should be used. If bolts are not available, clean bolts and apply
Loctite(R) 242 to the threads.
4. Install skid plate, if equipped.