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Driveshaft Slip Yoke: Disassembly

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    CAUTION: Do not clamp the driveshaft in the jaws of a vice or a similar holding fixture.
  1. Place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench.
  2. Index-mark the driveshaft slip yoke and the stub shaft.
    Fig 1: Index-Marking Driveshaft Slip Yoke And Stub Shaft
    G01550781Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the driveshaft slip yoke.
    1. Cut and discard the driveshaft slip yoke boot clamps.
    2. Separate the driveshaft slip yoke from the stub shaft.
      Fig 2: Removing Driveshaft Slip Yoke
      G01550782Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove and discard the driveshaft slip yoke boot.
    Fig 3: Removing Driveshaft Slip Yoke Boot
    G01550783Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Check the lubricant for contamination. If the lubricant feels gritty, clean and inspect the stub shaft and driveshaft slip yoke for wear. Install new components as necessary.
    Fig 4: Inspecting Stub Shaft And Driveshaft Slip Yoke
    G01550784Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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