Mustang GT V8-4.6L SOHC VIN X (1998)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. NOTE: If original factory mark is not visible on rear axle universal joint flange, mark both the rear axle universal joint flange and driveshaft
centering socket yoke.
Locate original paint mark on rear axle universal joint flange and mark rear driveshaft centering socket yoke in same location.
2. Remove the four driveshaft centering socket yoke bolts and disconnect the driveshaft from the rear axle universal joint flange. Pull the driveshaft
toward the rear of the vehicle until the driveshaft slip yoke clears the transmission extension housing and seal. Mark the driveshaft slip yoke index
in relation to transmission output shaft during removal and temporarily install the appropriate plug in the extension housing to prevent lubricant
leakage.
INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate the slip yoke splines with Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or X or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B. Remove
the plug from the transmission extension.
2. Inspect the housing seal for damage; replace if required. Align slip yoke index mark with the transmission output shaft mark and install the
driveshaft. Do not allow the driveshaft slip yoke to bottom on the output shaft with excessive force.
3. NOTE: When installing a new driveshaft, align the factory-made yellow paint mark at the rear of the driveshaft tube with the factory-made yellow
paint mark on the rear axle universal joint flange. If paint marks are not visible.
Install the driveshaft so the index mark on the driveshaft centering socket yoke is in-line with the index mark on the rear axle universal joint
flange. This ensures original driveline balance. If vibration exists.
4. Tighten four driveshaft centering socket yoke bolts to 95-130 Nm (70-95 ft. lbs.).