Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln Navigator and 2004 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position the vehicle on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Index-mark the driveshaft flange and the rear axle pinion flange.
- Remove the four bolts.
- Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft flange from the rear axle pinion flange.
- Index-mark the driveshaft slip yoke and the transmission extension housing.
- Mark the transmission output shaft to the transmission extension housing after removing the driveshaft.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
CAUTION:
The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch located in the rear jack storage area. Failure to do so can result in the unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
The driveshaft flange fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its components to disconnect the driveshaft from the pinion flange. Pry only in the area shown, with a suitable tool, to disconnect the driveshaft flange from the pinion flange.
NOTE:
Do not rotate the driveshaft when removing the slip yoke from the transmission output shaft.
CAUTION:
Coat the threads of the original bolts with sealer.
CAUTION:
The driveshaft flange fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. To make sure that the driveshaft flange seats squarely on the pinion flange, tighten the bolts evenly in a cross pattern as shown.
CAUTION:
Make sure all index marks are aligned.