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Front Driveshaft: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
  2. If equipped. Remove the nut, bolts and the transmission shield.
    GFD551673Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. If equipped. Remove the bolts and the transmission shield.
    GFD551463Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Index-mark the front driveshaft flange CV joint to the pinion flange cup.
    GFD551674Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar bracket nuts and allow the stabilizer bar to swing downward.
    GFD551675Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and discard the front driveshaft CV joint-to-pinion flange cup bolts and retaining straps.

    • Support the front driveshaft.

    GFD551676Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Remove the front driveshaft slip yoke boot clamp at transfer case end.

    Use the General Equipment: Crimping Tool

    GFD551677Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. NOTE: Care should be taken not to damage the driveshaft splines.

    1. Remove the front driveshaft from pinion flange and allow it to move rearward.
    2. Pull and remove the front driveshaft from transfer case.

GFD551678Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY