Hummer H2. Manual — part 993

Fig. 10: Using J 43218 To Crimp Clamp
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7. If equipped with the double clamp style boot, use the J 43218 to crimp the clamp until the dimensions

shown are obtained.

8. Install the transfer case shield. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement in Transfer Case - BW 4484.

9. Lower the vehicle.

PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - REAR

Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: Observe and accurately reference mark all driveline components relative

to the propeller shaft and axles before disassembly. These components
include the propeller shafts, the drive axles, the pinion flanges, the output
shafts, etc. All components must be reassembled in the exact relationship
to each other as they were when removed. In addition, published

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2004 DRIVELINE/AXLE Propeller Shaft - Hummer H2

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

Fig. 11: Bolts, Yoke Retainers & Rear Axle Pinion Yoke
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2. Reference mark the propeller shaft to the rear axle pinion yoke.

3. Reference mark the propeller shaft to the transfer case.

4. Remove the bolts (1) and the yoke retainers (2) from the rear axle pinion yoke (3).

specifications and torque values, as well as any measurements made
prior to disassembly must be followed.

NOTE:

When removing the propeller shaft, do not attempt to remove the shaft by
pounding on the yoke ears or using a tool between the yoke and the
universal joint. If the propeller shaft is removed by using such means, the
injection joints may fracture and lead to premature failure of the joint.

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2004 DRIVELINE/AXLE Propeller Shaft - Hummer H2

Fig. 12: Rear Propeller Shaft & Rear Axle Pinion Yoke
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5. Slide the propeller shaft forward in order to disconnect the propeller shaft from the rear axle pinion yoke.

2004 Hummer H2

2004 DRIVELINE/AXLE Propeller Shaft - Hummer H2

Fig. 13: Rear Propeller Shaft & Transfer Case
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6. Slide the propeller shaft rearward in order to disconnect the propeller shaft from the transfer case.

7. Remove the propeller shaft from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Inspect the splines of the slip yoke for a sufficient coating of lubricant. If the splines of the slip yoke does

not have a sufficient coating of lubricant, lubricate the shaft with lubricant GM P/N 12345879 (Canadian
P/N 10953511) or with an equivalent lubricant meeting GM specification 9985830.

2004 Hummer H2

2004 DRIVELINE/AXLE Propeller Shaft - Hummer H2