Yukon 4WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN S (1997)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
System Balanced Propeller Shaft Assembly Replacement
Important: If one propeller shaft of a system balanced assembly is replaced, the. mating shaft must be rebalanced with the replaced shaft. System
balanced propeller shafts have a notice affixed to them.
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
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Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
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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.
1. Bolts and retainers.
2. Propeller shaft.
Clean
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Propeller shaft, universal joints, and attachments with an approved solvent.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application.
The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require
thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors
on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may
damage the fastener. When you Install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you
avoid damage to parts and systems.
1. Propeller shaft.
2. Bolts and retainers.
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Tighten:
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Bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
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Bolts to 37 Nm (27 ft. lbs.) (C3500 HO).
