Dodge 2000 DURANGO Service Manual page 66

3 - 16 PROPELLER SHAFTS
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY (Continued)
(11) Press the remaining two bearing caps into
place and install snap rings (Fig. 34).
Fig. 34 Press In Bearing Cap
(12) Tap the snap rings to allow them to seat into
the grooves (Fig. 35).
Fig. 35 Seat Snap Rings In Groove
(13) Check for proper assembly. Flex the joint
beyond center, it should snap over-center in both
directions when correctly assembled (Fig. 36).
(14) Install the propeller shaft.
Fig. 36 Check Assembly
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
PROPELLER SHAFT
(1) Clean all universal joint bores with cleaning
solvent and a wire brush.
(2) Inspect the yokes for distortion, cracks, and
worn bearing cap bores.
ADJUSTMENTS
REAR AXLE PINION INPUT ANGLE
Adjust the rear axle pinion input angle on vehicles
equipped with leaf springs with tapered shims (Fig.
37). Install tapered shims between the springs and
axle pad to correct the angle. Refer to Group 2, Sus-
pension, for additional information.
Fig. 37 Pinion Angle Adjustment at Leaf Springs
1 – WEDGE
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