SPECIFICATIONS
Torque Specifications
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Driveshaft
NOTE: All driveshaft assemblies are balanced. If undercoating the vehicle, protect the driveshaft to prevent overspray of any undercoating material.
The driveshaft assembly consists of the following:
- Rubber-isolated center support bearing
- CV joints at each end of the shaft
- U-joint at the center support
- Assembly balanced with traditional balance weights
- Lubed-for-life joints requiring no periodic lubrication
- Unique bolt and washer assembly for the rear CV joint
The driveshaft transfers torque from the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) to the rear axle. It is attached to the PTU flange with a CV joint. The 2-piece shaft is connected by a staked U-joint located rearward of the driveshaft center bearing and attached to the Rear Drive Unit (RDU) at the active torque coupling. The driveshaft joints allow the smooth continuous rotation of the driveshaft through the allowable angle planes and length variations required in normal vehicle operation. The driveshaft is always turning at front wheel speed. The driveshaft is not serviceable. A new driveshaft must be installed if worn or damaged.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Driveshaft
Driveshaft
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Index-mark both driveshaft flanges.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02.
- Remove the muffler and tailpipe. For additional information, refer to Section 309-00.
- Remove the 4 exhaust support brace bolts and the exhaust brace.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
- NOTICE: Do not reuse the bolt and washer assemblies for the
rear Constant Velocity (CV) joint flange. Install new assemblies or damage
to the vehicle may occur.
Remove and discard the 3 Rear Drive Unit (RDU) pinion flange bolt and washer assemblies.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Separate the driveshaft CV flange from the RDU flange using a flat-blade screwdriver in the area shown.
- NOTICE: Do not reuse the Constant Velocity (CV) joint bolts.
Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.
Remove and discard the 4 Power Transfer Unit (PTU) flange bolts.
- To install, tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
- Using a suitable prybar as shown, separate the driveshaft flange from the PTU flange.
- With the help of an assistant, remove the 2 outer center bearing bracket
bolts and the driveshaft.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
- If necessary, remove the 2 inner center bearing bolts and remove the
bracket.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
- NOTE: If a driveshaft is installed and driveshaft vibration
is encountered after installation, index the driveshaft. For additional
information, refer to Section 205-00.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Driveline System - General Information
SPECIFICATIONS
Material
General Specifications
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Driveline System
The driveline system consists of the following components:
Center support bearing
Driveshaft assembly
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Rear Drive Axle/Differential
SPECIFICATIONS
Material
Torque Specifications
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Rear Drive Axle and Differential
The rear drive axle consists of the following components:
Dished circular flange
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Other materials:
Active Park Assist
SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Active Park Assist
Component Location
Active park assist sensor
Active park assist switch
Parking aid module
Overview
The active park assist system is a supplementary parking aid that assists the
operator in detecting an availab ...
Anti-theft alarm
The system will warn you of unauthorized entry to your vehicle.
The turn signal lamps will flash and sound the horn up to a total of
10 times when:
• any door, the hood or the luggage compartment is opened without
using the keypad, the remote control or the intelligent access
transmitter (i ...
Removal
Engine
Special Tool(s)
WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame of any
type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable
mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious personal inj ...