Bearing cup removal

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 necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup that fails to press out all the way.

Remove the bearing cups and the slip-yoke.
1. Position the slip-yoke in the special tool.
2. Press out a bearing cup.
3. Rotate the driveshaft slip-yoke 180 degrees.
  
  Fig 1: Rotating Driveshaft Slip-Yoke
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
4. Press on the spider to remove the remaining bearing cup and the U-joint.
Clean the driveshaft slip-yoke.
- Inspect the driveshaft slip-yoke.
- Install a new yoke as necessary.