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Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Disassembly and Assembly

Driveshaft Slip Yoke

Driveshaft Slip Yoke 

Special Tools

Special Tool(s)

Disassembly 

1. Remove the driveshaft. 

2. CAUTION:  Under no circumstances is the driveshaft assembly to be clamped in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or

localizing fracture can result, causing driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.

Place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench. Be careful not to damage the tube.

3. NOTE:  If components are not marked and therefore installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.

Index-mark the driveshaft components.

4. Clamp the special tool in a vise.

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