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Bearing cup removal

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    NOTE: If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup that fails to press out all the way.
  1. Remove the bearing cups.
    1. Position the slip-yoke in the special tool.
    2. Press out a bearing cup.
    3. Rotate the driveshaft slip-yoke 180 degrees.
    4. Press on the spider to remove the remaining bearing cup and the U-joint.
  2. Fig 1: Removing Remaining Bearing Cup And U-Joint
    GF0006253Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Clean the driveshaft slip-yoke.
    • Inspect the driveshaft slip-yoke.
    • Install a new yoke as necessary.