Removal and Installation

NOTE: Index-mark both driveshaft flanges.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the muffler and tailpipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .

NOTE: Support the driveshaft.

Remove the 2 rear outer center bearing support brace bolts from the center bearing support brace.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Rear Outer Center Bearing Support Brace Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Do not reuse the bolt and washer assemblies for the rear constant velocity (CV) joint flange. Install new assemblies or damage to the vehicle may occur.

Remove and discard the 3 CV joint flange bolt and washer assemblies.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Locating CV Joint Flange Bolt And Washer
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Insert a flat-blade screwdriver in the area shown to separate the rear flanges.

Fig 3: Separating Rear Flanges
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Do not reuse the constant velocity (CV) joint bolts. Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.

Remove and discard the 4 driveshaft-to-Power Transfer Unit (PTU) flange bolts.
- To install, tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 4: Locating Driveshaft-To-Power Transfer Unit Flange Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using a suitable pry bar, separate the front driveshaft flange from the PTU flange.

Fig 5: Separating Front Driveshaft Flange From PTU Flange
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the 2 front outer center bearing bracket bolts.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 6: Locating Front Outer Center Bearing Bracket Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: An assistant is needed to carry out this step or damage to the driveshaft may occur.

With the help of an assistant, remove the driveshaft.
If necessary, remove the 4 inner center bearing bolts and remove the brackets.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).

NOTE: If a driveshaft is installed and driveshaft vibration is encountered after installation, index the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVELINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .

To install, reverse the removal procedure.