Explorer Sport 4WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN K SFI (2001)
Universal Joint: Service and Repair
Slip Yoke
Driveshaft Universal Joint-Slip Yoke
Special Tools
Special Tool(s)
Disassembly
Initial disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft.
2. CAUTION: Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the driveshaft assembly in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture.Denting or localizing
fracture can result,causing driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.
Place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench. Do not to damage the tube.
3. NOTE: If components are not marked and therefore installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.
Index-mark the driveshaft components.
4. Remove all four of the snap rings.
