- Safety Glasses
- Gloves
- Creeper
- Torque wrench
- Ratchet
- Sockets
- Impact wrench
- Extension
- Jack
- Jack stands
- Pry Bar
- Breaker Bar
NOTE: It is a good idea to chock the rear tires while working on the front of the truck to ensure it doesn't roll. Once the truck is elevated, ensure that the vehicle can not fall off the jack stands.
1.) Begin by spraying penetrative oil on the bolts of the driveshaft. This will make them easier to remove later on.
2.) Then get under the truck with the creeper. You should be able to locate three bolts on the flange located near the front differential. Remove these bolts with a socket wrench.
3.) Once the three bolts are removed, turn your attention to the three bolts that connect the driveshaft to the transfer case. Use the impact wrench to remove these bolts.
4.) Once all six bolts are removed, insert your pry bar and work between the driveshaft and the flange. The pry bar will assist in loosening the driveshaft.
5.) Once you have worked the driveshaft to be about half an inch off, carefully lower it to the ground. Ensure there are no cables in the way.
To Reinstall:
Reverse the order of removal. Be sure the bolts are tight, and there are no signs of oil leaks.
