Installation, 5.7L
- Install propeller shaft (1) into position.
- Starting at the transfer case end, align the index marks made during removal and install the drive shaft to transfer case flange bolts (2) hand tight.
- Align the index marks at the front axle end of the drive shaft, and install the drive shaft to front axle flange bolts (2) hand tight.
- Torque the drive shaft to transfer case and drive shaft to axle flange bolts (2) to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the exhaust heat shield and torque the fasteners to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Make sure the propeller shaft slip joint is facing forward toward the front axle differential.
NOTE:
Drive shaft bolts must be replaced with NEW or cleaned and Mopar® Lock and Seal Adhesive or equivalent applied.
NOTE:
The NEW propeller shaft bolts must be fully tightened to the proper torque specification within ten minutes once tightening begins. If the bolt is not fully tightened within ten minutes, the pre-applied thread lock coating will be compromised.