DRIVELINE/AXLES

Propeller Shaft - Chrysler 300

DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION

REAR

WARNING: Due to propeller shaft imbalance concerns, rear propeller shaft service is
limited to center support bearing and coupler replacement only. The rear
segment single-cardan universal joint is not serviceable.

Both RWD and AWD models utilize a "two-piece" rear propeller shaft design to transmit torque to the
rear axle assembly. This two-piece design consists of:

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Front and rear shaft segments
Center support bearing/bracket assembly
Single-Cardan u-joint at rear segment/bearing interface
Rubber couplers at transmission and rear axle flanges
Fore-mounted vibration damper (V6 Models)

Fig. 1: Rear Propeller Shaft Assembly (V8 System Shown)

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1 - FRONT COUPLER
2 - FRONT SEGMENT
3 - BEARING/BRACKET ASSEMBLY
4 - SINGLE-CARDAN U-JOINT
5 - REAR COUPLER
6 - REAR SEGMENT

The front shaft segment is designed with a collapsing feature, consisting of two concentric tubes
secured by shear pins. This feature allows the tubes to telescope up to 200 mm (8 in.) during certain
impacts.

The flexible rubber couplers at the transmission and axle flanges absorb vibration. The low-travel
Single-Cardan universal joint permits the minimal axial and angular variations that occur with
independent rear suspension.

Additionally, models equipped with the V6 engine utilize a vibration damper which is designed to
absorb and isolate driveline vibrations and harmonics. This damper is mounted to the front segment,

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sandwiched between the coupler and propeller shaft.

FRONT

Fig. 2: Front Propeller Shaft Assembly

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1 - FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Due to propeller shaft imbalance concerns, front propeller shaft service is
limited to rubber coupler and entire shaft replacement. The single-cardan
universal joints are not serviceable.
AWD models utilize a "two-piece" front propeller shaft design to transmit torque to the front axle
assembly. This two-piece design consists of:

Front and rear shaft segments

Single-Cardan u-joints at end flanges
Rubber boot at front/rear segment interface

SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N.m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Bolt/Nut, Shaft Coupler
98 72 -
to Transmission

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Bolt/Nut, Shaft Coupler
to Transmission 156 115 -
(SRT8)
Bolt/Nut, Shaft Coupler
98 72 -
to Rear Axle Assembly
Bolt/Nut, Shaft Coupler
to Rear Axle Assembly 156 115 -
(SRT8)
Bolt/Nut, Coupler to
58 43 -
Propeller Shaft
Bolt, Center Bearing to
27 20 -
Body
Bolt, Front Propeller
Shaft to Axle/Transfer 64 48 -
Case Flange

REMOVAL
FRONT
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Fig. 3: Removing/Installing Heat Shield
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1 - HEAT SHIELD

1. Place gearshift lever in NEUTRAL and raise vehicle on hoist.

2. Remove propeller shaft heat shield.

Fig. 4: Front Propeller Shaft Removal/Installation

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1 - PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY

 2 - BOLTS

3. Apply alignment index marks on the propeller shaft and front axle flanges.
4. Remove and discard four front propeller shaft-to-axle flange bolts (2).
5. Apply alignment index marks on the propeller shaft and transfer case flanges.
6. Remove and discard four front propeller shaft-to-transfer case flange bolts (2).
7. Remove propeller shaft assembly (1).

REAR

CAUTION: Propeller shaft removal is a two-man operation. Never allow propeller shaft
to hang from the center bearing, or while only connected to the
transmission or rear axle flanges. A helper is required. If a propeller shaft
section is hung unsupported, damage may occur to the shaft, coupler,
and/or center bearing from over-angulation. This may result in driveline

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vibrations and/or component failure.

Fig. 5: Alignment Marks AT Shaft And Flange

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1. With vehicle in neutral, position on hoist.

2. Apply alignment index marks (3) on the transmission and axle flanges (2) and rubber couplers
(1).
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Fig. 6: Crossmember
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3. Remove crossmember (1).

Fig. 7: Identifying Clamps & Rear Exhaust System

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4. Remove rear exhaust system (2).

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Fig. 8: Heat Shield
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5. Remove heat shield (1).

Fig. 9: Propeller Shaft AT Transmission

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1 - TRANSMISSION REAR FLANGE

2 - FRONT COUPLER

6. Remove propeller shaft front coupler-to-flange bolts.

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Fig. 10: Propeller Shaft AT Rear Axle Flange
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7. Remove propeller shaft rear coupler-to-flange bolts.

Fig. 11: Center Bearing-To-Body

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1 - CENTER BEARING
2 - CENTER BEARING MOUNT
3 - PROPELLER SHAFT

8. Remove center bearing (1) mounting bolts.

 9. With the aid of a helper, remove propeller shaft assembly.

COUPLER/DAMPER SERVICE

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Fig. 12: Removing/Installing Damper
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1. Remove three coupler-to-propeller shaft bolt/nuts.

2. Separate coupler (1) and damper (3) (if equipped) from propeller shaft. Note orientation and
direction of components. It is imperative that they are properly reinstalled.

INSTALLATION
FRONT
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Fig. 13: Front Propeller Shaft Removal/Installation
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1 - PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY

2 - BOLTS

1. Install propeller shaft (1) into position.

2. Starting at transfer case end, align index marks placed upon removal and loose-install new
propeller shaft-to-transfer case flange bolts.
3. Align index marks at front axle end of shaft, and loose-install new propeller shaft-to-front axle
flange bolts.
4. Torque propeller shaft-to-transfer case and axle flange bolts (2) to 64 N.m (48 ft. lbs.).
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Fig. 14: Removing/Installing Heat Shield
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1 - HEAT SHIELD

5. Install propeller shaft heat shield.

6. Lower vehicle.

REAR

CAUTION: Propeller shaft installation is a two-man operation. Never allow propeller

shaft to hang from the center bearing, or while only connected to the
transmission or rear axle flanges. A helper is required. If a propeller shaft
section is hung unsupported, damage may occur to the shaft, coupler,
and/or center bearing from over-angulation. This may result in driveline
vibrations and/or component failure.

COUPLER/DAMPER SERVICE
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Fig. 15: Removing/Installing Damper
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1. If coupler and/or damper were removed, align index marks and reinstall. Make sure protruding
sleeve (2) is properly seated into propshaft or damper counterbores.
2. Install three bolts with washers and nuts and torque to 58 N.m (43 ft. lbs.) torque.

Fig. 16: Propeller Shaft AT Rear Axle Flange

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1. Obtain helper and install propeller shaft into position at axle. Align index marks placed upon
removal. Install propeller shaft rear coupler-to-axle flange bolt/nuts by hand. Do not torque at
this time.
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Fig. 17: Propeller Shaft AT Transmission
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1 - TRANSMISSION REAR FLANGE

2 - FRONT COUPLER

2. Install propeller shaft into position at transmission flange. Align index marks placed upon
removal. Install propeller shaft front coupler-to-transmission flange bolt/nuts by hand. Do not
torque at this time.

Fig. 18: Center Bearing-To-Body

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 1 - CENTER BEARING
2 - CENTER BEARING MOUNT
3 - PROPELLER SHAFT

3. Loosely install center bearing-to-body bolts. Do not torque at this time.

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Fig. 19: Propeller Shaft AT Transmission
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1 - TRANSMISSION REAR FLANGE

2 - FRONT COUPLER

4. Tighten the bolts to 98 N.m (72 ft. lbs.) for non SRT8 applications .
5. Tighten the bolts to 156 N.m (115 ft. lbs.) for SRT8 applications .
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Fig. 20: Propeller Shaft AT Rear Axle Flange
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6. Tighten the bolts to 98 N.m (72 ft. lbs.) for non SRT8 applications .
7. Tighten the bolts to 156 N.m (115 ft. lbs.) for SRT8 applications .

Fig. 21: Supporting Rear Axle With Jack Stands Transmission Jack
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NOTE: Note: It is necessary to compress rear suspension to ride height before

securing center bearing to body. Failure to compress suspension may
result in objectionable noise and premature bearing wear.
8. Compress rear suspension with suitable jack stands (2).

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Fig. 22: Center Bearing-To-Body
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1 - CENTER BEARING
2 - CENTER BEARING MOUNT
3 - PROPELLER SHAFT

9. Torque center bearing-to-body bolts to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).

Fig. 23: Heat Shield

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10. Install heat shield (1).

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Fig. 24: Identifying Clamps & Rear Exhaust System
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11. Install rear exhaust system (2)

Fig. 25: Crossmember

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12. Install crossmember (1).

SPECIAL TOOLS
SPECIAL TOOLS

1130 - Splitter, Bearing/Gear

(Originally Shipped In Kit Number(s) 6745, 6947, 6949, 9202, 9202A-CAN, 9202CC,
9299.)
C-4735 - Handle, Driver
(Originally Shipped In Kit Number(s) 9299.)

BEARING, DRIVE SHAFT CENTER

REMOVAL

REMOVAL

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Fig. 26: Propeller Shaft Index Markings
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1. Remove propeller shaft from vehicle.

NOTE: To address propeller shaft imbalance concerns, the propeller shaft spline
interface has a "skip-tooth" design allowing only one possible assembly
orientation. Install reference marks only to aid in assembly.

2. Mark front and rear shaft segments (2, 3) with installation reference marks (1).
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Fig. 27: Removing Plunging Boot
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3. Separate propeller shaft front and rear segments at bearing and remove boot (1)

Fig. 28: Center Bearing Removal

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 4. Press center bearing (1) off of rear shaft segment using arbor press and Bearing Splitter
(special tool #1130, Splitter, Bearing/Gear) (2).

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

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Fig. 29: Installing Center Bearing
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1. Install propeller shaft rear segment into press, supported on joint yoke (3).
2. Install bearing assembly as shown in illustration (2).
3. Using installer (special tool #C-4735, Handle, Driver) (1), press bearing assembly (2) onto shaft.
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Fig. 30: Installing Plunging Boot
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4. Remove propeller shaft from press.

5. Install boot (1) to rear shaft segment.

Fig. 31: Front Segment Installation

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NOTE: To address propeller shaft imbalance concerns, the propeller shaft spline
interface has a "skip-tooth" design allowing only one possible assembly
orientation.
6. Align index marks placed upon disassembly and install front segment (1) to rear segment.
7. Install boot (2) to front segment, seating boot into groove (3).
8. Install propeller shaft into vehicle.

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