Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V6-4.0L VIN K (2007)
Center Support: Service and Repair
Driveshaft Center Bearing
Disassembly
NOTE: The driveshaft center bearing on driveshafts with constant velocity (CV) joint flanges are not serviced. If the driveshaft center bearing is
worn or damaged, install a new driveshaft.
1. Remove the driveshaft.
2. CAUTION: Do not clamp the driveshaft tube in a vise. Denting or localized fracturing may result causing driveshaft failure during
vehicle operation.
Position the center universal joint yoke ears in a vise so that the C-washer is pointing up and the front section is free to move.
3. Loosen the bolt inside the center cardan joint enough to allow the C-washer to fall from under the bolt head.
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To install, tighten to 37 Nm (27 ft. lbs.)
4. NOTE: Index-mark the front and rear driveshaft sections.
NOTE: The rear section has a master splined shaft and yoke.
NOTE: The bolt head will fit through the internal spline of the center cardan.
Using a rubber mallet, separate the driveshaft sections.
5. Using a suitable puller, remove the driveshaft center bearing from the rear section.
