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2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan

Driveshaft Indexing

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Driveshaft Indexing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: If indexing the driveshaft does not eliminate the vibration, balance the driveshaft. Refer to DRIVELINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
    2. CAUTION: Do not reuse the CV joint bolts and washers. Install new bolts and washers or damage to the vehicle may occur.
  2. Remove and discard the 6 front driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts and washers.
    3. Fig 1: Front Driveshaft-To-Transfer Case Bolts
    GF0017107Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Rotate the flange 60 degrees.
    4. Fig 2: Rotating Flange 60 Degrees
    GF0024584Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Connect the front driveshaft and install the 6 new bolts and washers.
    • Tighten to 37 Nm (27 lb-ft).
    5. CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts and cap straps for the pinion yoke. Install new bolts and cap straps or damage to the vehicle may occur.
  5. Disconnect the rear driveshaft universal joint.
    • Discard the 4 bolts and the 2 cap straps.
    6. Fig 3: Rear Driveshaft Universal Joint Straps & Bolts
    GF0024585Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Rotate the rear pinion 180 degrees.
  7. Connect the rear driveshaft and install 4 new bolts and 2 new cap straps.
    • Tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
  8. Lower the vehicle and test drive.
  9. Repeat the procedure if necessary.
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