Econoline E550 V8-7.3L DSL Turbo VIN F (2002)
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Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
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Repeat to install the new bearing cup on the opposite side of the driveshaft yoke.
Flange installation
2. Inspect the flange. Install a new flange, if necessary.
3. Install the new bearing cups and the flange.
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Start a new bearing cup in the flange.
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Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
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Position the flange on the spider.
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Position the assembly in the special tool.
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Press the bearing pup to just below the snap ring groove.
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Repeat to install the new bearing cup on the opposite side of the flange.
Final assembly
4. 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 driveshaft from the special tool, and install the four new snap rings.
5. CAUTION: Do not strike the bearings.
Check the U-joint for freedom of movement.
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If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.
