Ford F150 Pickup. Manual — part 671

Fig. 75: Installing Bearing Cup
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7. Install the remaining new snap rings.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Driveshaft & Universal Joints - F150 Pickup

Fig. 76: Installing Remaining Snap Rings
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8. Check the U-joints for freedom of movement.

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If bearings are binding, strike the yoke with a plastic hammer.

DRIVESHAFT SLIP YOKE

Special Tool(s)

CAUTION: Do not strike the bearings.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Driveshaft & Universal Joints - F150 Pickup

Fig. 77: Identifying Special Tool(s)
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Material

Fig. 78: Material Specifications
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Disassembly

1. Place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tubes.

2. Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke from the driveshaft.

CAUTION: Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the driveshaft in the jaws of a

vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can
result, causing driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Driveshaft & Universal Joints - F150 Pickup

1. Cut and discard the driveshaft slip-yoke boot clamps.

2. Remove the driveshaft slip-yoke from the driveshaft.

Fig. 79: Removing Driveshaft Slip-Yoke
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3. Remove the slip-yoke boot from the driveshaft.

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Inspect the boot for damage. Discard the boot as necessary.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Driveshaft & Universal Joints - F150 Pickup