Driveshaft Slip Yoke: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tube.
- Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke from the driveshaft.
- Index-mark the driveshaft and driveshaft slip-yoke.
- Cut and discard the driveshaft slip-yoke boot clamps (4K227).
- Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke from the driveshaft.
- Remove the slip-yoke boot (4421) from the driveshaft.
- Inspect the boot for damage. Discard the boot as necessary.
- Inspect the lubricant on the driveshaft splines and in the driveshaft slip-yoke for contamination. If contaminated, inspect the driveshaft splines and the driveshaft slip-yoke for wear. Install new components as necessary.
CAUTION:
Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the driveshaft (4602) in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.