Universal Joint (U-Joint) Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2003 Ford Excursion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Place the vehicle on a frame hoist and rotate the driveshaft by hand. Install a new U-joint if it shows signs of seizure, excessive wear, or incorrect seating. Refer to DRIVESHAFT .