Driveshaft Universal Joint: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the driveshaft assembly in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localized fracturing may result, causing driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.
NOTE:
This procedure is intended to be used for all U-joints with snap ring retainers.
- 1.
Remove the driveshaft. REFER to: Rear Driveshaft .
- 2.NOTE: If the components are not marked and therefore installed incorrectly, driveshaft imbalance can occur.NOTE: Center bearing U-joint shown in illustration, others similar.
Index-mark the driveshaft for reassembly.
- 3.NOTE: Center bearing U-joint shown in illustration, others similar.
Remove and discard the 4 snap rings.
- 4.NOTE: Center bearing U-joint shown in illustration, others similar.
Using the special tool, press the U-joint bearing cups out of the driveshaft yoke and remove the driveshaft yoke.
Use Special Service Tool: 205-086 (T74P-4635-C) Installer/Remover, C-Frame and Screw.
- 5.
Using the special tool, press the U-joint bearing cups out of the driveshaft yoke and remove the U-joint.Use Special Service Tool: 205-086 (T74P-4635-C) Installer/Remover, C-Frame and Screw.
- 6.NOTE: Inspect the bearing cup bores and retaining ring grooves. Remove any rust or other surface irregularities.NOTE: Center bearing U-joint shown in illustration, others similar.
Clean and inspect the U-joint bearing cup surfaces.