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Slip-yoke installation

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  1. Inspect the driveshaft slip-yoke. Install a new yoke, if necessary.
  2. Install the slip-yoke and new bearing cup.
    1. Start a new bearing cup in the slip-yoke.
      • Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
    2. Position the slip-yoke on the spider.
    3. Position the assembly in the special tool.
    4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
  3. Fig 1: Installing Slip-Yoke And Bearing Cup
    GF0006259Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the shaft from the special tool, and install the new snap ring.
Fig 2: Identifying Snap Ring
GF0000800Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.