Econoline E150 1/2 Ton V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2001)
Universal Joint: Description and Operation
Driveline System - General Information
Driveline System
The driveline transfers engine torque to the drive wheels. Power is transmitted through the transmission to the driveshaft and then to the rear axle
assembly.
There are two types of driveshafts used:
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A one-piece driveshaft for standard wheelbase vehicles (124 in and 138 in).
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A two-piece driveshaft for longer wheelbase vehicles. The two-piece design includes a front, or "coupling" shaft, a rubber-insulated
frame-mounted driveshaft center bearing, a splined slip joint and an intermediate universal joint (158 in and greater).
The engine angle is built into the engine mounts. If the engine angle is out of specification, the engine mounts must be inspected for damage.
Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Example
Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Example
The Vehicle Certification (VC) label is located in the driver doorjamb. The axle code is on the VC label. For additional information on the VC label,
refer to Vehicle / Application and ID to cross reference the axle code to the ratio.
Dana Rear Axle Identification Tag
