K 3500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1998)
4. Install the center bearing support.
5. Align the center bearing support 90 degrees to the propeller shaft center lines.
6. Install the center bearing support bolts.
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Tighten the center bearing support bolts to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
7. Install the slip yoke (4) by aligning the missing tooth (5) with the bridged tooth (6) on the splined shaft (1).
8. Support the propeller shaft.
9. Ensure the slip yoke ears are horizontal.
10. Align the reference marks and install the propeller shaft to the rear differential yoke.
11. Install the retainers.
12. Install the bolts.
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Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
13. Inspect for proper joint fit.
14. Lubricate the center slip joint on two-piece shaft.
Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three-Piece
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2. Reference mark the rear propeller shaft to the pinion flange connection.
IMPORTANT: Observe and accurately reference mark all driveline components relative to the propeller shaft and axles before disassembly.
These components include the propeller shafts, drive axles, pinion flanges, output shafts, etc. All components must be reassembled in the exact
relationship to each other as they were when removed. In addition, published specifications and torque values, as well as any measurements made
prior to disassembly must be followed.
3. Support the rear propeller shaft.
4. Remove the bolts from the pinion flange.
5. Remove the retainers.
6. Remove the yoke and the universal joint assembly from the pinion flange.
IMPORTANT: Do not pound on the original propeller shaft yoke ears. The plastic injection joints may fracture. Never pry or place any tool
between a yoke and a universal joint. Tape the bearing cups onto the yoke in order to prevent the loss of bearing rollers.