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Driveshaft Slip Yoke: Disassembly

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  1. Remove the driveshaft from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Driveshaft - Exploded View .
  2. NOTE: Do not clamp the driveshaft in the jaws of a vise or a similar holding fixture.
  3. Place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench.
  4. Index-mark the driveshaft slip yoke and the stub shaft.
    Fig 1: Index-Marking Driveshaft Slip Yoke And Stub Shaft
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  5. Remove the driveshaft slip yoke.
    1. Cut and discard the 2 driveshaft slip yoke boot clamps.
    2. Separate the driveshaft slip yoke from the stub shaft.
    Fig 2: Separating Driveshaft Slip Yoke From Stub Shaft
    G06776569Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove and discard the driveshaft slip yoke boot.
    Fig 3: Removing Driveshaft Slip Yoke Boot
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  7. Check the lubricant for contamination. If the lubricant feels gritty, clean and inspect the stub shaft and driveshaft slip yoke for wear. Install new components as necessary.
Fig 4: Inspecting Stub Shaft And Driveshaft Slip Yoke
G06776571Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.