Section 76 (Propeller Shaft): Installation: Rear

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CAUTION:

Propeller shaft installation is a two-man operation. Never allow propeller shaft to hang from the center bearing, or while only connected to the transmission or rear axle flanges. A helper is required. If a propeller shaft section is hung unsupported, damage may occur to the shaft, coupler, and/or center bearing from over-angulation. This may result in driveline vibrations and/or component failure.

COUPLER/DAMPER SERVICE

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Damper

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If coupler and/or damper were removed, align index marks and reinstall. Make sure protruding sleeve (2) is properly seated into propshaft or damper counterbores.
Install three bolts with washers and nuts and torque to 58 N.m (43 ft. lbs.) torque.

Fig 2: Propeller Shaft AT Rear Axle Flange

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Obtain helper and install propeller shaft into position at axle. Align index marks placed upon removal. Install propeller shaft rear coupler-to-axle flange bolt/nuts by hand. Do not torque at this time.

Fig 3: Propeller Shaft AT Transmission
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1 - TRANSMISSION REAR FLANGE

2 - FRONT COUPLER

Install propeller shaft into position at transmission flange. Align index marks placed upon removal. Install propeller shaft front coupler-to-transmission flange bolt/nuts by hand. Do not torque at this time.

Fig 4: Center Bearing-To-Body

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1 - CENTER BEARING

2 - CENTER BEARING MOUNT

3 - PROPELLER SHAFT

Loosely install center bearing-to-body bolts. Do not torque at this time.

Fig 5: Propeller Shaft AT Transmission
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1 - TRANSMISSION REAR FLANGE

2 - FRONT COUPLER
Tighten the bolts to 98 N.m (72 ft. lbs.) for non SRT8 applications .
Tighten the bolts to 156 N.m (115 ft. lbs.) for SRT8 applications .

Fig 6: Propeller Shaft AT Rear Axle Flange
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Tighten the bolts to 98 N.m (72 ft. lbs.) for non SRT8 applications .
Tighten the bolts to 156 N.m (115 ft. lbs.) for SRT8 applications .

Fig 7: Supporting Rear Axle With Jack Stands Transmission Jack
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NOTE:
Note: It is necessary to compress rear suspension to ride height before securing center bearing to body. Failure to compress suspension may result in objectionable noise and premature bearing wear.

Compress rear suspension with suitable jack stands (2).

Fig 8: Center Bearing-To-Body

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1 - CENTER BEARING

2 - CENTER BEARING MOUNT

3 - PROPELLER SHAFT

Torque center bearing-to-body bolts to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).

Fig 9: Heat Shield
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Install heat shield (1).

Fig 10: Identifying Clamps & Rear Exhaust System
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Install rear exhaust system (2)

Fig 11: Crossmember
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Install crossmember (1).