E 350 V8-5.4L (2008)
2. CAUTION: Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the driveshaft or the coupling shaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture.
Damage or localizing fracture may result, causing driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.
Place the driveshaft assembly on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tubes.
3. Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke from the coupling shaft in the following sequence.
1) Cut and discard the driveshaft slip-yoke boot clamps.
2) Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke from the coupling shaft.
4. Remove the slip-yoke boot from the coupling shaft.
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Inspect the boot for damage. Install a new slip-yoke boot as necessary.
5. Inspect the lubricant on the coupling shaft splines and in the driveshaft slip-yoke for contamination. If contaminated, inspect the coupling shaft
splines and the driveshaft slip-yoke for wear or damage. Install new components as necessary.
6. Remove the center bearing retainer, the center bearing bracket and the rubber insulator from the coupling shaft.
1) Remove the center bearing retainer.
2) Remove the center bearing bracket.
3) Remove the rubber insulator.
7. Using a suitable press, remove the center bearing and bearing retainer from the coupling shaft.
