Removal And Installation: Driveshaft: Notes

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Notes
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Fig 1: Exploded View Of Driveshafts With Torque Specifications
GF0024586Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 - Ground strap bolt
2 3N341 Universal joint cap bolts (4 required)
3 4639 Universal joint cap straps (2 required)
4 4B496 Front driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts (6 required)
5 W705891 Center bearing support nuts (2 required)
6 3N341 Universal joint cap bolts (4 required)
7 4639 Universal joint cap straps (2 required)
8 4602 Front driveshaft
9 4602 Rear driveshaft
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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