Driveshaft Universal Joint - Single Cardan, Slip Yoke: Assembly

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Bearing cup installation

NOTE: Install the Universal Joint Kits as complete assemblies only. Do not mix components from other kits.

Install a new spider and bearing cup.
1. Start a new bearing cup in the shaft yoke.
  - Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
2. Position the new spider in the shaft yoke.
3. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
  
  Fig 1: Pressing Bearing Cup To Just Below Snap Ring Groove
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Use the yellow snap rings supplied in the kit to assemble the universal joint (U-joint). If difficulty is encountered with the yellow snap rings, install the black snap rings.

Fig 2: Removing Shaft From Special Tool

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the shaft from the special tool, and install the new snap ring.

Opposite bearing cup installation

Repeat Bearing cup installation in this procedure to install the new bearing cup and snap ring on the opposite side of the shaft yoke.

Fig 3: Installing New Bearing Cup And Snap Ring On Opposite Side Of Shaft Yoke
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the shaft from the special tool, and install the new snap ring.

Fig 4: Locating Snap Rings
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CAUTION: Do not strike the bearings.

Check the U-joint for freedom of movement.
- If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.
  
  Fig 5: Checking U-Joint For Freedom Of Movement
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.