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"U" Joint Operating Angle

WARNING: On vehicles with electronic air suspension, suspension system must be disabled prior to hoisting or jacking. See DISABLING ELECTRONIC AIR SUSPENSION  under MAINTENANCE.
NOTE: Ensure that all engine and transmission mounts are in good condition before performing this procedure.

Using Anglemaster II Driveline Inclinometer (164-R2402) to measure drive shaft angle, engine angle and pinion angle. See Figure. Record measurements and direction of components angle. Fig 1. Calculate difference in angle of components to determine U-joint operating angle. See Figure.

Fig 1: Measuring Operating Angles (Excursion & F250-F550 Super Duty Pickups)
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