E 250 V8-4.6L VIN W (2006)
4. NOTE: If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup that falls to press out all the way.
Remove the bearing cups and the slip-yoke.
1
Position the 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 and the U-joint.
5. Clean the driveshaft slip-yoke.
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Inspect the driveshaft slip-yoke.
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Install a new yoke as necessary.
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.
2
Position the new spider in the shaft yoke.
3
Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
2. NOTE: Use the yellow snap rings supplied in the kit to assemble the universal Joint (U-joint). If difficulty is encountered with the yellow snap
rings, install the black snap rings.
Remove the shaft from the special tool, and install the new snap ring.
