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Driveshaft Universal Joint - Single Cardan, Slip Yoke: Disassembly

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SPECIAL TOOL

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 Installer/Remover, C-Frame and Screw 205-086 (T74P-4635-C)

    Initial disassembly 

    CAUTION: Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the shaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing shaft failure during vehicle operation.
  1. Place the shaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tube.
  2. Remove and discard the 2 snap rings.
    Fig 1: Locating Snap Ring
    G03883359Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Clamp the special tool in a vise.
    Fig 2: Clamping Special Tool In Vise
    G03883356Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    4. Bearing cup removal 

    NOTE: If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup that fails to press out all the way.
  4. Remove the bearing cups and the slip-yoke.
    1. Position the slip-yoke in the special tool.
    2. Press out a bearing cup.
    3. Rotate the driveshaft slip-yoke 180 degrees.
    4. Press on the spider to remove the remaining bearing cup and the U-joint.
      Fig 3: Removing Remaining Bearing Cup And U-Joint
      G03883357Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Clean the driveshaft slip-yoke.
    • Inspect the driveshaft slip-yoke.
    • Install a new yoke as necessary.
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