E 150 V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2004)
4. Clamp the special tool in a vise.
Bearing cup removal
5. NOTE: If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup that fails to press out all the way.
Remove the bearing cups and the driveshaft slip-yoke.
1
Position the driveshaft slip-yoke in the special tool.
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.
5
Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke.
Final disassembly
6. Repeat Bearing cup removal in this procedure to remove the remaining bearing cups and the spider from the shaft.
7. Clean the yoke area at the end of the shaft.
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 cup.
1
Start a new bearing cup in the shaft yoke.
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Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.