K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-305 5.0L VIN M SFI (1998)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Propeller Shaft Replacement (System Balanced Assembly)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: If one propeller shaft of a system balanced assembly is replaced, the mating shaft must be rebalanced with the replaced shaft.
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2. Reference mark all propeller shaft related components for reassembly including flanges and yokes.
IMPORTANT: Center slip yokes to spline shafts, end yokes, companion flanges, etc. must not be rotated from their original position during
reassembly.
3. Remove the bolts and retainers.
4. Remove the propeller shaft.
5. Clean the propeller shaft, universal joints, and attachments with an approved solvent.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the propeller shaft.
2. Install the bolts and retainers.
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Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
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Tighten the bolts 37 Nm (27 ft. lbs.).
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
