F 150 4WD Pickup V8-5.4L CNG VIN M (2001)
3. Position the driveshaft yoke in the special tool.
4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
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Repeat to install the new bearing cup on the opposite side of the driveshaft yoke.
Flange installation.
2. Inspect the flange. Install a new flange, if necessary.
3. Install the new bearing cups and the flange.
1. Start a new bearing cup in the flange.
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Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
2. Position the flange on the spider.
3. Position the assembly in the special tool.
4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
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Repeat to install the new bearing cup on the opposite side of the flange.
Final assembly
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 special tool, and install the four new snap rings.
5. CAUTION: Do not strike the bearings.
Check the U-joint for freedom of movement.
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If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.
