C 3500 Truck 2WD V8-454 7.4L VIN J SFI (1999)
10.1.
Slide the propeller shaft forward.
10.2.
Lower the propeller shaft and remove the propeller shaft.
10.3.
Do not allow the universal joint to incline greatly. The joint may fracture.
11. Remove the center bearing support bolts.
12. Remove the center support bearing nuts and washers.
13. Remove the center bearing support (3).
14. Remove the front propeller shaft.
14.1.
Support the propeller shaft.
14.2.
Do not allow the universal joint to bend deeply as the universal joint could fracture.
14.3.
Remove the propeller shaft with a rearward movement.
15. Clean all parts with an approved solvent.
16. Inspect the outer diameter of the transmission yoke for burrs. Burring damages the transmission seal.
17. Inspect the slip yoke splines for wear.
18. Inspect for twisted slip yoke splines or possibly the wrong universal joint.
19. Inspect the universal joint bearings for wear. Replace as necessary.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the propeller shaft into the transmission.
2. Ensure that the slip joint splines are lubricated.
3. Bottom the propeller shaft yoke in the transmission.
