Mustang V8-4.6L (2009)
Universal Joint: Service and Repair
Driveshaft Universal Joint - Snap Ring Type
Disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to Driveshaft - 4.0L See: Drive/Propeller Shaft/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement or Driveshaft - 4.6L and 5.4L See: Drive/Propeller Shaft/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement.
2. NOTICE: Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the driveshaft assembly in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or
localized fracturing may result, causing driveshaft failure or vibration during vehicle operation.
Place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench.
3. NOTE: If the components are not marked and therefore installed incorrectly, driveshaft imbalance can occur.
Index-mark the driveshaft components.
4. Remove and discard all 4 of the snap rings.
5. Place the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover in a vise.
6. NOTE: If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup that fails to press out all the way.
