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Driveshaft Slip Yoke: Disassembly

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    CAUTION: Do not clamp the driveshaft in the jaws of a vice or a similar holding fixture.
  1. Place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench.
  2. Index-mark the driveshaft slip yoke and the stub shaft.
    Fig 1: Identifying Index-Mark Driveshaft Slip Yoke And Stub Shaft
    G02768705Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the driveshaft slip yoke.
    1. Cut and discard the driveshaft slip yoke boot clamps.
    2. Separate the driveshaft slip yoke from the stub shaft.
    Fig 2: Removing Driveshaft Slip Yoke
    G02768706Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove and discard the driveshaft slip yoke boot.
    Fig 3: Removing And Discard Driveshaft Slip Yoke Boot
    G02768707Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Check the lubricant for contamination. If the lubricant feels gritty, clean and inspect the stub shaft and driveshaft slip yoke for wear. Install new components as necessary.
    Fig 4: Inspecting Stub Shaft & Driveshaft Slip Yoke For Wear
    G02768708Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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