F 250 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 3 (1999)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
One-Piece
Removal
1. WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension
vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch located in the rear jack storage area. Failure to do so can result
in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.
With the vehicle in neutral, raise and support the vehicle.
2. Index the driveshaft to driveshaft rear axle pinion flange.
3. Remove the driveshaft.
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Remove the four driveshaft to driveshaft rear axle pinion flange bolts, and disconnect the driveshaft.
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Index-mark the driveshaft slip yoke to the transmission output shaft.
2
Lower the driveshaft, and slide the driveshaft rearward off the transmission output shaft.
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Plug the extension housing to prevent fluid loss.
Installation
1. Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.