Mountaineer V8-302 5.0L VIN P EFI (1998)
2. Inspect the driveshaft flange yoke; replace if necessary.
3. Install the driveshaft flange yoke.
1
Start a new bearing cup into the driveshaft flange yoke.
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Check the needle bearings for proper positioning.
2
Position the driveshaft flange yoke.
3
Position the driveshaft in the U-Joint Tool.
4
Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
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Repeat for the other bearing cup.
4. NOTE: Use the yellow snap rings supplied in the kit to assemble the universal joint (U-joint). If difficulty is encountered with the yellow snap
rings, install the black snap rings.
Remove the driveshaft from the U-Joint Tool, and install the four snap rings.
5. NOTE: Do not strike the bearings.
Check the U-joints for freedom of movement.
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If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.
6. Install the driveshaft.