F 450 2WD Super Duty V10-6.8L VIN V (2005)
9. Remove the front driveshaft.
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For vehicles equipped with a slip yoke, lower the driveshaft and slide it rearward off the transmission output shaft.
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Plug the extension housing to prevent fluid loss.
10. Clean grease deposits, dirt and rust from the following:
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the driveshaft yoke areas.
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All driveshaft components.
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Wipe the bearing and rubber insulator of the driveshaft center bearing. Do not immerse in solvent.
11. Inspect the following:
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the universal Joint slip yoke boot for rips or holes. Install a new boot if necessary.
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the driveshaft center bearing support for wear or rough action. If roughness or wear is evident, install a new driveshaft center bearing support.
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the center bearing rubber insulator for evidence of hardening, cracking or deterioration. Install a new insulator if necessary.
Installation
1. For vehicles equipped with a circular flange, align the index marks and connect the front driveshaft to the transmission. Install the new bolts.
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Hand-tighten only; do not tighten at this time.
2. For vehicles equipped with a slip yoke, align the index marks and slide the driveshaft slip yoke onto the output shaft.
3. Position the center support bearing and install the bolts.
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Hand-tighten only; do not tighten at this time.
4. Tighten the driveshaft to transmission flange bolts and the driveshaft center bearing bolts.
