Escape 2WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2010)
Universal Joint: Description and Operation
Universal Joints
The center and rear joints consist of:
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a lubed-for-life design that requires no periodic lubrication.
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equipped with nylon thrust washers, located at the base of each bearing cup, which control end play, position the needle bearings and improve
grease movement.
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staked in place U-joints are not serviced individually. If worn or damaged, install a new driveshaft assembly.
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snap ring type U-joints can be replaced if worn or damaged.
The U-joints allow the speeding up and slowing down of the driveshaft as the angularity of the driveshaft changes.
