F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC SC VIN 3 (2003)
Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft rear flange from the rear axle pinion flange.
6. Remove the driveshaft.
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Remove the bolts.
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Lower the driveshaft, and slide the driveshaft slip yoke rearward off of the output shaft.
7. CAUTION: If new bolts to retain the driveshaft to the axle are not available, coat the threads of the original bolts with Threadlock and Sealer
E0AZ-195S4-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-M2G351-A5.
CAUTION: The driveshaft rear flange fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. To make sure that the driveshaft rear flange seats squarely
on the rear axle pinion flange, tighten the bolts evenly in a cross pattern as shown.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
