F 250 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 3 (1999)
Center Support: Service and Repair
Special Tools
Disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft.
2. CAUTION: Do not clamp the driveshaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture.
Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke boot.
1
With the front driveshaft on a bench, cut and discard the driveshaft slip-yoke boot clamps.
2
Separate the driveshaft slip-yoke from the splined stub shaft on the driveshaft.
3. Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke boot.
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Inspect the driveshaft slip-yoke boot for damage and install new if required.
4. Inspect the lubricant for contamination. If contaminated, disassemble the driveshaft and inspect the stub shaft and driveshaft slip-yoke for wear.
Install new components as needed.
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If necessary, separate the coupling shaft from the slip-yoke.