Vehicles with circular flange
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Pickup, 2007 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2007 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2007 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove and discard the 4 bolts.
- Using a suitable tool, disconnect the driveshaft flange and remove the driveshaft from the vehicle.
NOTE:
The driveshaft yoke fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. Pry only in the slot on each side of the driveshaft yoke, with a suitable tool, to disconnect the yoke from the flange.
NOTE:
It may be necessary to tap the driveshaft yoke with a plastic or rubber soft-faced hammer if a pry area is not present on the driveshaft yoke.