Driveshaft Universal Joint: Disassembly
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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.
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Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Remove the driveshaft. Refer to: Driveshaft .
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NOTE: If the components are not marked and therefore installed incorrectly, driveshaft imbalance can occur.
Index-mark the driveshaft for reassembly.
- Remove and discard the 4 snap rings.
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NOTE: Driveshaft slip yoke shown. All other driveshaft yokes 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.
- 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.
- Clean and inspect the u-joint bearing cup surfaces.
Material: Grease (ESA-M1C75-B)