Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
13. Locate original paint mark on rear axle universal joint flange and mark rear driveshaft centering socket yoke in same location.
NOTE: If original factory mark is not visible on rear axle universal joint flange, mark both the rear axle universal joint flange and driveshaft
centering socket yoke.
14. Remove four driveshaft retaining bolts.
15. Separate the driveshaft from rear axle universal joint flange.
-
Pull the driveshaft toward the rear of the vehicle until the driveshaft slip yoke clears the transmission extension housing and seal.
-
Check driveshaft and transmission output shaft index during removal. Factory-made paint marks are on the end of transmission output shaft
and the driveshaft front yoke weld. If factory-made paint marks are not visible, mark the driveshaft slip yoke in relation to transmission output
shaft during removal and temporarily install the appropriate plug in the extension housing to prevent lubricant leakage.
