Simply unbolt the rear u-joint, the center bearing (if any) and pull it out.
You have to remove the driveshaft to flat tow a 2wd Jeep.You have to remove the driveshaft to flat tow a 2wd Jeep.
To remove the driveshaft from a 2006 Kia Spectra, first, lift the vehicle and secure it on jack stands. Remove the bolts connecting the driveshaft to the transmission and the rear differential. You may need to disconnect the exhaust or other components for better access. Finally, slide the driveshaft out of the transmission and remove it from the vehicle.
Easy, step one: loosen the idler wheel tensioners. #2 remove the bolts that hold the skid to the tunnel and remove skid #3 remove chaincase cover and driveshaft bearing #4 remove speedometer cable from clutch side driveshaft bearing cover and driveshaft bearing #5 slide driveshaft towards chaincase enough to slide the track out.
In the side of the gas tank, near the driveshaft, it is easier to remove the fuel pump if you remove the driveshaft first
The driveshaft is held in place by an u-joint on each end of the driveshaft. Each u-joint is held together by two retaining plates. The retaining plates have to retaining bolts. Remove the retaining bolts and the driveshaft will come free.
If it's a single piece driveshaft, remove the 4 bolts that hold the U joints to the differential pinion gear. If it's a 2 piece driveshaft, remove the 2 bolts that hold the center carrier bearing to the truck frame first.
remove the four bolts at the front and the rear
Remove driveshaft nut,remove kingpin grease cap and remove 17mm nut.Lever down kingpin from upper arm and remove driveshaft from hub.Hammer c.v. joint off shaft( inner circlip).
Unbolt/remove driveshaft. Use U-joint press to remove old U-joint, install new and replace driveshaft.
The driveshaft is held in place by an u-joint on each end of the driveshaft. Each u-joint is held together by two retaining plates. The retaining plates have to retaining bolts. Remove the retaining bolts and the driveshaft will come free.
To remove the driveshaft from a VW T4 Transporter van, first, ensure the vehicle is securely lifted and supported. Remove the wheels and brake components if necessary for access. Detach the driveshaft by unbolting the universal joints at both ends—typically at the differential and the transmission. Finally, gently pull the driveshaft out of the transmission or differential, being cautious of any retaining clips or seals.
You typically have to remove the driveshaft.