Mountaineer 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (2000)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Driveshaft-Front
Removal
WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can
be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch located in the rear jack storage area. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or
deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.
1. With the vehicle in neutral, raise and support the vehicle.
2. Index-mark the front axle pinion flange to the front driveshaft.
3. Remove the transfer case skid plate.
4. Index-mark the transfer case pinion flange to the front driveshaft.
5. Remove the front driveshaft CV joint-to-transfer case bolts and washers.
6. Remove the front driveshaft-to-front axle bolts.
