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Driveshaft - Rear, Three-Piece: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Index-mark the driveshaft to the axle flange.
    Fig 1: Locating Index-Mark Driveshaft To Axle Flange
    G04643298Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. CAUTION: It may be necessary to unseat the bearing cup assembly by tapping on the yoke or bearing cup with a plastic or rubber soft-faced hammer.
  3. Disconnect the driveshaft from the axle flange.
    1. Remove and discard the bolts.
    2. Remove and discard the U-joint retainers.
      • Using mechanic's wire, support the driveshaft.
        Fig 2: Identifying U-Joint Retainers And Bolts
        G04643299Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Disconnect the driveshaft from the coupling shaft.
    1. Remove and discard the bolts.
    2. Remove the U-joint retainers.
      • Using mechanic's wire, support the driveshaft.
        Fig 3: Identifying U-Joint Retainers With Bolts
        G04643300Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the center bearing support bolts.
    Fig 4: Locating Center Bearing Support Bolts
    G03883324Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the rear driveshaft assembly.
    7. CAUTION: It may be necessary to tap the driveshaft yoke with a plastic or rubber soft-faced hammer if a pry area is not available on the driveshaft yoke.
    NOTE: Index-mark the driveshaft to transmission flange or output shaft to slip yoke.
    Fig 5: Identifying Index-Mark On Driveshaft Yoke And Transmission Flange
    G03918024Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. For vehicles equipped with a circular flange, remove and discard the driveshaft-to-transmission bolts.
  8. Remove the center bearing support bolts.
    Fig 6: Locating Center Bearing Support Bolts
    G04643303Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the front driveshaft.
    • For vehicles equipped with a slip yoke, lower the driveshaft and slide it rearward off the transmission output shaft.
    • Plug the extension housing to prevent fluid loss.
  10. Clean grease deposits, dirt and rust from the following:
    • The driveshaft yoke areas.
    • All driveshaft components.
    • Wipe the bearing and rubber insulator of the driveshaft center bearing. Do not immerse in solvent.
  11. Inspect the following:
    • The universal joint slip yoke boot for rips or holes. Install a new boot if necessary.
    • The driveshaft center bearing support for wear or rough action. If roughness or wear is evident, install a new driveshaft center bearing support.
    • The center bearing rubber insulator for evidence of hardening, cracking or deterioration. Install a new insulator if necessary.
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