F 150 2WD Pickup V8-4.6L CNG SOHC VIN 9 (1997)
Center Support: Service and Repair
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the driveshaft slip yoke boot.
(1) With the front driveshaft on a bench, cut and discard the driveshaft slip yoke boot clamps.
(2) Separate the (A) driveshaft slip yoke from the spliced stub shaft on the (B) driveshaft.
(3) Remove the driveshaft slip yoke boot.
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Inspect the driveshaft slip yoke boot for damage and replace if required.
CAUTION: Do not clamp the driveshaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture.
2. Inspect the lubricant for contamination. If contaminated, disassemble the driveshaft and inspect the stub shaft and driveshaft slip yoke for wear.
Replace as needed.
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If necessary, separate the coupling shaft from the slip yoke.
3. Remove the rubber insulator.
(1) Remove the driveshaft center bearing retainer.
(2) Remove the driveshaft center bearing bracket.
(3) Remove the rubber insulator.
4. Use a suitable press to press the driveshaft center bearing support and bearing retainer off the coupling shaft.
