Escape 4WD V6-181 3.0L DOHC VIN 1 Duratec (2003)
Remove the six front driveshaft to power take off bolts and washers
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Discard the bolts and washers
Driveshaft assembly
6. With the help of an assistant, remove the driveshaft.
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Remove the center bearing nuts.
Front driveshaft
7. CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts and straps for the center U-joint. Install new bolts and straps or damage to the vehicle may occur.
NOTE: There is a difference in the length of the head of the replacement yoke strap bolts from the production bolts. The longer head pinion bolts
can be used in either location.
Remove the front driveshaft.
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Index-mark the front driveshaft to the center bearing.
2
Remove and discard the bolts and caps.
Front driveshaft and driveshaft assembly
8. NOTE: If a driveshaft is installed and driveshaft vibration is encountered after installation, index the driveshaft.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.