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Flex Plate > < Universal Joint, Drive/Propeller Shaft|Removal and Installation|Page 5865
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2. Install a new bearing cup.

1

Start a new bearing cup into the driveshaft yoke.

2

Position a new spider in the driveshaft yoke.

3

Install the driveshaft into the special tool.

4

Press the bearing cup below the yoke surface.

3. Remove the driveshaft from the special tool and install the snap ring.
4. Repeat the previous steps to install the remaining bearing cups.

5. NOTE:  Do not strike the bearings. If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.

Check the universal joint for freedom of movement.

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