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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1297 (DRIVESHAFT)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONUNIVERSAL JOINTS
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Universal Joints
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Universal Joints
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The U-joints consist of:
- A single spider (cross)
- Lubed-for-life design and require no periodic lubrication
- Nylon thrust washers, located at each base of the bearing cup, which control end play, position the needle bearing and improve grease movement
- Grease seals located at the opening of each bearing cup to retain the grease for the bearing lubrication
- 32 needle roller bearings in each bearing cup to allow smooth trunnion transition
- Bearing cups that retain the needle bearings and locate the spider on the centerline of the shaft bore to control shaft runout and balance
U-joints are serviced as assemblies only and the components of U-joint kits should not be interchanged.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.