Mustang V8-5.4L SC (2008)
3. Repeat steps to install the new bearing cup and snap ring on the opposite side of the driveshaft yoke.
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If the yellow snap ring will not seat in the snap ring groove, install the black snap rings.
4. Install the driveshaft flange yoke and new bearing cup.
1
Align the index marks made during disassembly and install the driveshaft flange yoke on the U-joint spider.
2
Start a new bearing cup in the driveshaft slip yoke.
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Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
3
Position the assembly in the special tool.
4
Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
5. Remove the driveshaft from the special tool and install a new yellow snap ring.
6. NOTE: Never mix yellow and black snap rings on opposing sides.
Repeat steps to install the new bearing cup and snap ring on the opposite side of the driveshaft slip yoke.
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If the yellow snap ring will not seat in the snap ring groove, install the black snap rings.
7. CAUTION: Do not strike the bearings or component damage may occur.
A sharp rap on the driveshaft yoke with a brass or plastic hammer will seat the bearing cups.
8. Rotate the driveshaft yoke to make sure the U-joints are free to rotate easily, without binding, before installing the driveshaft.
