Driveshaft Universal Joint - Front Slip Yoke: Disassembly

Initial disassembly 

NOTE: Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the shaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing shaft failure during vehicle operation.
1. Place the shaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tube.
2. Remove and discard 2 snap rings.
   Fig 1: Locating Snap Rings

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3. Clamp the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover in a vise.
   Fig 2: Clamping C-Frame And Screw Installer/Remover In Vise

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   Bearing cup removal 

NOTE: If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup that fails to press out all the way.
Fig 3: Removing Bearing Cups And Slip-Yoke
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4. Remove the bearing cups.
   1. Position the slip-yoke in the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover
   2. Press out a bearing cup.
   3. Rotate the driveshaft slip-yoke 180 degrees.
   4. Press on the spider to remove the remaining bearing cup and the U-joint.
5. Clean the driveshaft slip-yoke.
   • Inspect the driveshaft slip-yoke.
   • Install a new yoke as necessary.