2012 Jeep Wrangler JK Factory Service Manual 03 - Differential and Driveline

SHAFT, Drive, Front

REMOVAL

REMOVAL

  1. With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.

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  2. Mark an installation reference line across the front propeller shaft CV joint (1) and transfer case flange (2).

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  3. Mark an installation reference line across the front propeller shaft flange (1) and the axle flange (2).

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  4. Remove the axle flange (1) bolts (2).

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  5. Remove the CV joint bolts (1) and retainers (2).

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  6. Compress the propeller shaft enough to remove the shaft from the flanges.

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INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

NOTE:

Clean all propeller shaft bolts and apply Mopar® Lock AND Seal Adhesive or equivalent to the threads before installation.

  1. Compress the propeller shaft enough to install the shaft into the axle and transfer case flanges.

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  2. Align installation reference marks on the transfer case flange (1) front shaft CV joint (2).

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  3. Install CV joint retainers (2) and bolts (1). Tighten bolts to 20 N·m (15 ft. lbs.).

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  4. Align installation reference marks on the front propeller shaft flange (1) and axle flange (2).

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  5. Install the axle flange (1) bolts (2) and tighten to 121 N·m (89 ft. lbs.).

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