Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1997)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Front
REMOVAL
1. Remove the nuts and U-bolts repairing the front driveshaft to the axle companion flange.
NOTE: Mark the driveshaft and the axle companion flange before removal so that they can be installed in the same position
2. Remove attaching bolts retaining driveshaft to the transfer case. Remove driveshaft from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Position driveshaft to transfer case companion flange and install driveshaft to transfer case flange bolts; tighten to 88-119 Nm (65-87 ft. lbs.).
2. Position driveshaft to the axle companion flange. Install the U-bolts and nuts. Tighten the front driveshaft U-bolt nuts to 11-20 Nm (8-15 ft. lbs.).
