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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2003 🢒 Vibe - FWD 🢒 Driveline/Axle 🢒 Rear Drive Axle 🢒 Rear Propeller Shaft Coupling Replacement

Tools Required
    • J 8001 Dial Indicator Set
    • J 22912-B Split Plate Bearing Puller

Removal Procedures
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.

    3. Object Number: 1470627 Size: SH
  3. Check the coupling runout using J 8001
  4. Observe the dial indicator and check the vertical runout. Maximum vertical runout is 0.05 mm (0.002 in).
  5. Observe the dial indicator and check the horizontal runout. Minimum horizontal runout is 0.05 mm (0.002 in).

    6. Object Number: 1470645 Size: SH
  6. Remove the 4 bolts retaining the coupling cover (2) to the rear differential.
  7. Remove the coupling cover (6).
  8. Remove the coupling washer (3).
  9. Remove the coupling spacer (5).
  10. If required, remove the differential carrier front seal (4).

    11. Important: The coupling is not serviceable and must be replaced as an assembly.


    Object Number: 1470656 Size: SH
  11. Using a screw driver remove the dust deflector.
  12. Remove the viscous coupling.

    13. Object Number: 1470665 Size: SH
  13. Remove the front coupling bearing using a press andJ 22912-B

    14. Object Number: 1470683 Size: SH
  14. Remove the rear coupling bearing using a press and J 22912-B

Installation Procedures

    Object Number: 1470683 Size: SH

    Important: Insure the black seal of the bearing faces the toward the propeller shaft.

  1. Install the front coupling bearing using a press.

    2. Object Number: 1470679 Size: SH
  2. Install the rear bearing using a press.

    3. Object Number: 1470691 Size: SH
  3. Install the dust cover using a press.
  4. If removed, install the front differential carrier seal (4).

    5. Object Number: 1470645 Size: SH
  5. Install the coupling spacer (5).

    6. Important: Insure the coupling washer concave side is facing the viscous coupling.

  6. Install the coupling washer (3).
  7. Install the coupling cover on the differential (6).

    8. 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.

  8. Install the coupling cover bolts (2).

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the coupling cover bolts to 19 N·m (14 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1470627 Size: SH
  9. Check the coupling runout using J 8001
  10. Observe the dial indicator and check the vertical runout. Maximum vertical runout is  0.05 mm (0.002 in).
  11. Observe he dial indicator and check the horizontal runout. Minimum horizontal runout is 0.05 mm (0.002 in).
  12. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.
  13. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.