Ranger 2WD L4-2.3L VIN D (2001)
5. CAUTION: Do not strike the bearings.
Check the U joint for freedom of movement.
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If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.
Driveshaft Slip Yoke
Special Tool(s)
Disassembly
1. CAUTION: Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the driveshaft 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. Do not damage the tube.
2. Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke from the driveshaft.
1. Index-mark the driveshaft and driveshaft slip-yoke.
2. Cut and discard the driveshaft slip-yoke boot clamps.
3. Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke from the driveshaft.
