How to replace the rear Drive Shaft on Chevrolet Astro?

The first step in rear propeller shaft replacement requires that you elevate the vehicle while marking the precise alignment of driveline components between the propeller shafts and drive axles and pinion flanges and output shafts to preserve factory system dynamic equilibrium. Take care when removing the bolts at the rear end of the pinion flange as well as the retainers by avoiding forceful impact on original propeller shaft yoke ears which could damage the injection joints. Put the yoke and cross assembly aside while taping both bearing cups to retain the rollers inside before pushing the propeller shaft forward toward the rear axle below its position without bending the Universal Joint too steeply. The cleaning process should use appropriate solvent on all components while inspecting nylon yoke burrs at the outer diameter to achieve proper bearing cup placement as well as examining spline wear and twisting on the Slip Yoke. New universal joints need installation whenever the slip joint or companion flange requires service while the slip joint requires lubrication before installing the yoke and cross assembly onto the pinion flange and setting the reference marks on the pinion flange and the propeller shaft rear yoke correctly before proper yoke seating. Secure the retainers along with the bolts into the pinion flange while torquing them to 36 nm (27 ft. Lbs.) then lower the vehicle.

How to replace the front drive shaft on Chevrolet Astro?

You should start by elevating the vehicle then making exact marks on all driveline elements to rebuild the system with the same arrangement of propeller shafts drive axles pinion flanges and output shafts. To begin the procedure remove the bolts linking the propeller shaft to the front axle before extracting the shaft. To start with the installation, you begin by mounting the rear portion of the propeller shaft to the Transfer Case followed by attaching it to the front axle while it rests on the reference marks you have created. The front axle requires installed bolts which must be tightened to 45 nm (33 ft. Lbs.) torque setting before lowering the vehicle.

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Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft, Rear Part Number: 26036049
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Rear Propeller; Driveshaft; Shaft, Propeller
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990-1995 Chevrolet Astro | Base, CL, CS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft, Rear Part Number: 26050328
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Rear Propeller; Driveshaft; Shaft, Propeller
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-1998 Chevrolet Astro | Base, LS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft, Rear Part Number: 26050308
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Rear Propeller; Driveshaft; Shaft, Propeller
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2002 Chevrolet Astro | Base, CL, CS, LS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft, Rear Part Number: 26036048
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Rear Propeller; Driveshaft; Shaft, Propeller
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-1994 Chevrolet Astro | Base, CL, CS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft, Front Part Number: 26035527
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Front Axle Propeller; Driveshaft; Shaft, Propeller
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 26032944, 26035149
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1998 Chevrolet Astro | Base, CL, CS, LS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft, Front Part Number: 26031942
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Front Axle Propeller; Driveshaft; Shaft, Propeller
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990-1991 Chevrolet Astro | Base, CL, CS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft Part Number: 15187221
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft; Driveshaft; Shaft, Propeller
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2005 Chevrolet Astro | Base, LS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft Part Number: 15187220
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Propeller; Driveshaft; Shaft, Propeller
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2005 Chevrolet Astro | Base, LS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft, Front Part Number: 15113831
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Front Axle Propeller; Driveshaft; Shaft, Propeller
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 15011500, 15763590
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2005 Chevrolet Astro | Base, LS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft Part Number: 15039067
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft; Driveshaft; Shaft, Propeller
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Chevrolet Astro | Base, LS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS

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The Drive Shaft of Chevrolet Astro vehicles plays a very critical role of transmitting mechanical power and torque from the engine or transmission to the drive wheels in order to enhance power transfer. It is meant to have high stiffness but it must also be lightweight since it supports the torsion and shear stress it goes through when in use. To that end, alignment and distance differences for the Chevrolet Astro are achieved through the use of universal joints and other components. Through the different model years there have been several types of Drive Shafts used in the Chevrolet Astro, namely one and two piece. The type of Drive Shaft used can also act as a factor to determine the performance of the vehicle and also the crash safety with slip-in-tube designs. In general, the Drive Shaft is an incredibly important component that contributes towards the operational structure of the Chevrolet Astro vehicle's drive train system.

Chevrolet Astro Drive Shaft Parts and Q&A

Drive Shaft, Rear
26050308
Q: How to replace the rear Drive Shaft on Chevrolet Astro?
A:
The first step in rear propeller shaft replacement requires that you elevate the vehicle while marking the precise alignment of driveline components between the propeller shafts and drive axles and pinion flanges and output shafts to preserve factory system dynamic equilibrium. Take care when removing the bolts at the rear end of the pinion flange as well as the retainers by avoiding forceful impact on original propeller shaft yoke ears which could damage the injection joints. Put the yoke and cross assembly aside while taping both bearing cups to retain the rollers inside before pushing the propeller shaft forward toward the rear axle below its position without bending the Universal Joint too steeply. The cleaning process should use appropriate solvent on all components while inspecting nylon yoke burrs at the outer diameter to achieve proper bearing cup placement as well as examining spline wear and twisting on the Slip Yoke. New universal joints need installation whenever the slip joint or companion flange requires service while the slip joint requires lubrication before installing the yoke and cross assembly onto the pinion flange and setting the reference marks on the pinion flange and the propeller shaft rear yoke correctly before proper yoke seating. Secure the retainers along with the bolts into the pinion flange while torquing them to 36 nm (27 ft. Lbs.) then lower the vehicle.
Drive Shaft
15039067
Q: How to replace the front drive shaft on Chevrolet Astro?
A:
You should start by elevating the vehicle then making exact marks on all driveline elements to rebuild the system with the same arrangement of propeller shafts drive axles pinion flanges and output shafts. To begin the procedure remove the bolts linking the propeller shaft to the front axle before extracting the shaft. To start with the installation, you begin by mounting the rear portion of the propeller shaft to the Transfer Case followed by attaching it to the front axle while it rests on the reference marks you have created. The front axle requires installed bolts which must be tightened to 45 nm (33 ft. Lbs.) torque setting before lowering the vehicle.