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Removal and Installation

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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 at the axle flange.
    Fig 1: Identifying Index-Mark Driveshaft Axle Flange
    G03883321Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove and discard the four driveshaft bolts. Disconnect the driveshaft from the axle flange.
    • Using mechanic's wire, support the driveshaft
      Fig 2: Locating Driveshaft From Axle Flange
      G04643295Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: Index-mark the driveshaft to the transmission flange.

    Remove and discard the bolts. Disconnect the driveshaft from the transmission.

    • Using mechanics wire, support the driveshaft.
      Fig 3: Marking Index-Mark On Driveshaft Yoke And Transmission Flange
      G03918024Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Index-mark the output shaft to the slip yoke.
  6. Remove the center bearing support bolts.
    Fig 4: Marking Index-Mark On Driveshaft Yoke And Transmission Flange
    G03883324Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the driveshaft assembly.
  8. Clean grease deposits, dirt and rust from the following:
    • The driveshaft flange yoke areas.
    • All driveshaft slip yoke areas.
  9. Inspect the following:
    • The driveshaft 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.
    10. NOTE: Lubricate the slip yoke spline with grease.
    NOTE: Install the driveshaft so that the index marks made before removal.
    NOTE: Install new bolts and retainers.
    Fig 5: Identifying Index-Mark Output Shaft To Slip Yoke
    G02768631Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    Fig 6: Removing Center Bearing Support Bolts
    G02768632Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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