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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021TRANSIT-350 HD BASE, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 3.5L ENG VIN 8, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 188 (DRIVESHAFT)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONFRONT DRIVESHAFTREMOVAL
2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWD

Front Driveshaft: Removal

2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWDSECTION Removal
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NOTE: Removal steps may contain installation instructions.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
  2. Remove and discard the front driveshaft U-joint to pinion flange retaining strap bolts and retaining straps.

    Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

    GFD404813Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Index-mark the front driveshaft U-joint to the pinion flange.
    GFD404814Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Remove the transfer case shield and bolts.

    Torque: 46 lb.ft (63 Nm)

    GFD404815Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Remove the front driveshaft.

    1. Index-mark the front driveshaft CV joint-to-transfer case flange.
    2. Remove and discard the front driveshaft CV joint-to-transfer case flange bolts.

      Torque: 92 lb.ft (125 Nm)

    3. Remove the front driveshaft.

GFD404816Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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