Ranger 4WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN C SFI (2001)
Universal Joint: Service and Repair
Flange Yoke
Driveshaft Universal Joint-Single Cardan, Flange Yoke
Special Tool(s)
Disassembly
Initial 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. NOTE: If components are not marked and installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.
Index-mark the driveshaft components.
3. Remove and discard all four of the snap rings.
