Driveshaft Center Bearing: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT in this article .
Separate the front driveshaft from the rear shaft.

CAUTION: Do not clamp on the driveshaft tube as a fracture can result.

Fig 1: Clamping Driveshaft At Weld Yoke

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Position and clamp the driveshaft at the weld yoke.
Using the special tools, remove the retaining ring and the center bearing and bracket assembly.

Fig 2: Removing Retaining Ring And Center Bearing And Bracket Assembly
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.