Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
Index-mark the driveshaft to maintain alignment during installation.

Fig 1: Locating Index-Mark On Driveshaft

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Remove and discard the 8 driveshaft flange bolts.
- To install, tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).

Fig 2: Locating Driveshaft Flange Bolts

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Fig 3: Locating Driveshaft Flange Bolts

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NOTE: The driveshaft flanges fit tightly on the flange pilots. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its components to disconnect the driveshaft flanges from the flange pilots. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool, to disconnect the driveshaft flanges from the flange pilots.

Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft flanges from the flange pilots and remove the driveshaft.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Driveshaft Flange From The Transmission Flange Pilot

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NOTE: The driveshaft flanges fit tightly on the pinion flange pilots. To make sure that the driveshaft flanges seat squarely on the pinion flange pilots, tighten the driveshaft flange bolts evenly in a cross pattern.

NOTE: If new driveshaft flange bolts are not available, coat the threads of the original driveshaft flange bolts with threadlock and sealer.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new fasteners.