F 150 Super Crew 2WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (2003)
Bearing cup installation
1. NOTE: Install the Universal Joint Kits as complete assemblies only. Do not mix components from other Kits.
Install a new spider and bearing cups.
1
Start a new bearing cup in the driveshaft yoke.
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Check the needle bearing for correct positioning.
2
Position the new spider in the driveshaft yoke.
3
Position the driveshaft yoke in the special tool.
4
Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
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Repeat to install the new hearing cup on the opposite side of the driveshaft yoke.
Flange installation
2. Inspect the flange. Install a new flange, if necessary.
3. Install the new bearing cups and the flange.
1
Start a new bearing cup in the flange.
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Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
2
Position the flange on the spider.
3
Position the assembly in the special tool.
4
Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
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Repeat to install the new bearing cup on the opposite side of the flange.
Final assembly
4. NOTE: Use the yellow snap rings supplied in the kit to assemble the universal joint (U-joint). If difficulty is encountered with the yellow snap
rings, install the black snap rings.
