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Driveshaft Runout and Balancing - Vehicles Built From: 12-2003 > < Driveshaft

Maverick 2005 (08.2004-)

Driveshaft - Driveshaft Indexing—Vehicles Built From: 12/2003 Maverick 2005 (08/2004-)
General Procedures

NOTE:
NOTE:If indexing the driveshaft does not eliminate the vibration, balance the driveshaft. Refer to Driveshaft Runout and Balancing in this section.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 Jacking and Lifting

  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Do not reuse the CV joint bolts and washers. Install new bolts and washers or damage to the vehicle may occur.
    Remove and discard the 6 front driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts and washers.

  1. Rotate the flange 60 degrees.

  1. Connect the front driveshaft and install the 6 new bolts and washers.

  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Do not reuse the bolts and cap straps for the pinion yoke. Install new bolts and cap straps or damage to the vehicle may occur.
    Disconnect the rear driveshaft universal joint.
    • Discard the 4 bolts and the 2 cap straps.
  1. Rotate the rear pinion 180 degrees.

  1. Connect the rear driveshaft and install 4 new bolts and 2 new cap straps.
  1. Lower the vehicle and test drive.
  1. Repeat the procedure if necessary.

Driveshaft Runout and Balancing - Vehicles Built From: 12-2003 > < Driveshaft