F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 5 (2004)
A sharp rap on the driveshaft yoke with a brass or plastic hammer will seat the bearing cups.
18. Rotate the driveshaft yoke to make sure the universal joints are free to rotate easily, without binding, before installing the driveshaft.
Item 1: Universal Joint Flange Bolt Installation Note
1. CAUTION: The driveshaft flange fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. To make sure that the driveshaft flange seats squarely on the
pinion flange, tighten the bolts evenly in a cross pattern as shown.
Install the new driveshaft flange bolts in the order and specification shown.
