Removal And Installation: Driveshaft: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If removed, install the center bearing bracket and the 2 inner center bearing bolts.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
With the help of an assistant, install the driveshaft and the 2 outer center bearing bracket bolts.
- Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
Fig 1: Locating Outer Center Bearing Bracket Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: Do not reuse the CV flange bolts. Install new bolts or damage to the vehicle may occur.

Install 4 new Power Transfer Unit (PTU) flange bolts.

Fig 2: Locating Power Transfer Unit Flange Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: Do not reuse the bolt and washer assemblies for the rear CV joint flange. Install new assemblies or damage to the vehicle may occur.

Install 3 new RDU pinion flange bolt and washer assemblies.
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Fig 3: Locating Pinion Flange Mounting Bolt (RDU)
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the exhaust support brace and the 4 exhaust support brace bolts.
- Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
Install the muffler and tailpipe. REFER to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
If a driveshaft is installed and driveshaft vibration is encountered after installation, index the driveshaft. REFER to GENERAL PROCEDURES for indexing.