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Driveshaft Universal Joint: Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2019 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Install the u-joint kits as complete assemblies only. Do not mix components from other u-joint kits.
  1. Lube the u-joint bearing cup bores.

    Material: Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease / XG-1-E1 (ESA-M1C75-B)

    GFD404837Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: The tripod bearing cup needle bearings need to be in the correct position.

    Using the special tool, install the new u-joint spider and bearing cups into the driveshaft yoke. Use Special Service Tool: 205-086 (T74P-4635-C) Installer/Remover, C-Frame and Screw.

    GFD404838Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Install the new bearing cup snap rings into the driveshaft yoke grooves.
    GFD404839Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. NOTE: Driveshaft single cardon flange yoke u-joint shown, others similar.

    Using the special tool, install the new bearing cups on the opposite side of the driveshaft slip yoke. Use Special Service Tool: 205-086 (T74P-4635-C) Installer/Remover, C-Frame and Screw.

    GFD404840Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Install the new bearing cup snap rings into the driveshaft yoke grooves.
    GFD404841Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Rotate the driveshaft yoke to make sure the u-joints are free to rotate easily, without binding, before installing the driveshaft.
    GFD404842Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Install the driveshaft. Refer to: Rear Driveshaft .
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