FAQ for Driveshaft Repair
Q: What is the recommended torque for the yoke retainers and the bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 20 N.m (15 lb-ft).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: How to install the Front Propeller Shaft?
A:
You should install the propeller shaft, the yoke retainers, and the steering gear crossmember. In addition, you should align the reference marks made during removal.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should you do if the pinion yoke is loose?
A:
You should tighten the bolts and the pinion nut to the specified torque.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the front propeller shaft yoke clamp bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 20 N.m (15 lb-ft).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should you do if one or more of the universal joints are worn or damaged?
A:
You should replace the universal joint.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should you do if the center bearing is dry or worn?
A:
You should lube or replace the center bearing.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should you do if the yoke retainer strap bolts are loose?
A:
You should tighten the yoke retainer strap bolts to specifications.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should you do if the side gear hub counterbore in the differential is worn too much?
A:
You should replace the differential case and/or the side gears.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: How to remove the Front Propeller Shaft?
A:
First, you should remove the steering gear crossmember, and mark the relationship of the propeller shaft to the front axle pinion yoke. Next, you should remove the yoke retainer and disconnect the propeller shaft. Finally, the front propeller shaft should be removed.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What special tools will be used in the replacement of the Drive/Propeller Shaft?
A:
The J 9522-3 U Joint Bearing Separator and the J 9522-5 U Joint Bearing Spacer Remover shall be used for the replacement of the Drive/Propeller Shaft.
By BobGM Specialist
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