Driveshaft Slip Yoke: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tubes.
- Remove the slip-yoke from the driveshaft.
- Cut and discard the slip-yoke boot clamps.
- Remove the slip-yoke from the driveshaft.
- Remove the slip-yoke boot from the driveshaft.
- Inspect the boot for wear or damage. Install a new slip-yoke boot as necessary.
- Inspect the lubricant on the driveshaft splines and in the driveshaft slip-yoke for contamination. If contaminated, inspect the driveshaft splines and the slip-yoke for wear. Install new components as necessary.
CAUTION:
Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the driveshaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.