Vehicles with flat-flanged, split-pin or slip-flanged U-joints

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If equipped, remove the snap ring to allow access to the base of the U-joint cup. Make sure the tool is seated against the U-joint cup.

NOTE: Rotate the driveshaft until the flange U-joint cup is parallel with the floor. This will simplify taking measurements.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool For U-Joint Operating Angle

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To check the U-joint operating angle, install the special tool. Check and record the flange angle as angle A.

Fig 2: Checking U-Joint Operating Angle A

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Using the special tool, measure the slope of the connecting component. Record the measurements of the component's angle as angle B.

Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool (164-R2402)
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