How do you remove a driveshaft from a transfer case?

How do you remove a driveshaft from a transfer case?

Locate the four retaining bolts, remove them with a wrench and pull the shaft off the transfer case….Wear protective eyewear and gloves before you begin.

1. Mark the Driveshaft.
2. Remove Driveshaft Bolts.
3. Remove Driveshaft Flange.
4. Remove Driveshaft.
5. Check U joints.
6. Reinstall Driveshaft.

How do you remove the rear drive shaft from a transfer case?

Using a plastic hammer gently shock the driveshaft loose from the differential flange by striking the rear yoke (U joint mount). At this point the back half of the shaft will be free so hang onto it. On some cars there will be a center support which must be undone by removing the two center support mounting bolts.

Can I drive my 4×4 without the rear drive shaft?

Can you drive a 4WD truck without a front or rear drive shaft? Yes, this is possible if you drive a traditional 4WD with a lockable center differential. Remove the damaged drive shaft and lock the center differential. This will allow the transfer box to transfer power to the front or rear drive shaft.

Is it hard to replace a driveshaft?

It’s not hard to remove a driveshaft if you’ve worked under a car before. It’ll probably take more time to safely raise the car than remove the shaft.

What causes drive shaft to break?

What causes a driveshaft to break? Usually drive shaft issues can be attributed to aftermarket engine modifications (more torque) or tires (more traction, and thus a higher peak torque through the shaft). In both those cases slight twisting of the shaft near the failure point will be visible.

Can you fix a broken drive shaft?

Usually, the Drive Shaft Repair costs will differ based on what caused the issue and how fast it can be repaired. If you just have to replace it, that would be anywhere from $500 to $1000. However, you can also expect the cost of the parts to be around half that number and the labor costs around $200.