Driveshaft Universal Joint - Single Cardan, Flange Yoke: Assembly

Bearing cup installation 

1. NOTE: Install the Universal Joint Kits as complete assemblies only. Do not mix components from other kits.

   Install a new spider and bearing cups.

   1. Start a new bearing cup in the driveshaft yoke.
      • Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
   2. Position the new spider in the driveshaft yoke.
   3. Position the driveshaft yoke in the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover.
   4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
      • Repeat to install the new bearing cup on the opposite side of the driveshaft yoke.
        Fig 1: Installing Driveshaft Into C-Frame

        Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

   Flange installation 

2. Inspect the flange. Install a new flange, if necessary.
3. Install the new bearing cups and the flange.
   1. Start a new bearing cup in the flange.
      • Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
   2. Position the flange on the spider.
   3. Position the assembly in the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover.
   4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
      • Repeat to install the new bearing cup on the opposite side of the flange.
        Fig 2: Positioning Spider In Driveshaft Yoke

        Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

   Final assembly 

4. NOTE: Use the yellow snap rings supplied in the kit to assemble the U-joint. If difficulty is encountered with the yellow snap rings, install the black snap rings.

   Remove the driveshaft from the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover, and install the 4 new snap rings.

   Fig 3: Locating Snap Ring

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
5. NOTE: Do not strike the bearings.

   Check the U-joint for freedom of movement.

   • If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.
     Fig 4: Checking U-Joint For Freedom Of Movement

     Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.