Topaz AWD L4-140 2.3L HSC (1987)
17.
Match up the alignment marks and install the driveshaft yoke and retaining nut, Figure 11. Tighten the yoke retaining nut to a torque of 100-120
ft.lbs. (136-163 N-m).
18.
Remove the driveshaft from the vise.
19.
Match up the alignment marks and position the driveshaft to the rear yoke.
20.
Apply Ford Threadlocker, (EOAZ-19554-AA) to the bearing retaining bolts and install the bearing straps and bolts. Tighten the bolts to a torque
of 15-17 ft.lbs. (21-23 N-m).
FIGURE 12
21.
Make sure the outermost ends of the driveshaft assembly are in line as shown in Figure 12.
NOTE:
IF THE DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY IS NOT IN LINE, THE CENTER PHASING IS WRONG WHICH WILL PRODUCE A LOW SPEED
SHUDDER. RECHECK THE ALIGNMENT MARKS MADE DURING DISASSEMBLY.
22.
Install the driveshaft at the rear torque tube flange. Make sure the U-joint is in its original position.
