Navigator 4WD V8-5.4L DOHC VIN A (2000)
Slip Yoke: Service and Repair
Special Tools
Disassembly
1. CAUTION: Do not clamp the driveshaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture.
Remove the driveshaft slip yoke boot.
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With the front driveshaft on a bench, cut and discard the driveshaft slip yoke boot clamps.
2
Separate the driveshaft slip yoke from the splined stub shaft on the driveshaft.
2. Remove the driveshaft slip yoke boot.
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Inspect the driveshaft slip yoke boot for damage and install a new boot, if necessary.
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Inspect the lubricant for contamination. If contaminated, disassemble the driveshaft and inspect the stub shaft and driveshaft slip yoke for wear.
Install new components as needed.
Assembly
1. Slide the small opening end of the driveshaft slip yoke boot on the splined stub shaft as far as it will travel.
