Tools Required

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.



2. Remove the propeller shaft coupling bolts.
3. Remove the propeller shaft coupling from drive flange. Use a screwdriver to pry propeller shaft coupling away from drive flange.



4. Install the J 42066 to the drive flange.
5. While holding the J 42066 to remove the flange nut.
6. Discard the flange nut.



7. Remove the drive flange (49) from transmission output shaft.



8. Use the J 6125-1B and the J 23129 to remove the transmission case extension seal (50).

1. Using the J 36797-A install the new transmission case extension seal (50).



2. Install the drive flange (49).



3. Install the J 42066 to the drive flange.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the washer and the new flange nut.

While holding the J 42066 tighten the drive flange nut.

Tighten
Tighten the drive flange nut to 100 N·m (74 lb ft).




5. Install the propeller shaft coupling to drive flange.
6. Install the propeller shaft coupling bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the propeller shaft coupling bolts to 95 N·m (70 lb ft).

7. Lower the vehicle.