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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021TRANSIT-350 HD BASE, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 3.5L ENG VIN 8, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 54 (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.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Remove and discard the front driveshaft U-joint to pinion flange retaining strap bolts and retaining straps.
Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)
- Index-mark the front driveshaft U-joint to the pinion flange.
- Remove the transfer case shield and bolts.
Torque: 46 lb.ft (63 Nm)
- Remove the front driveshaft.
- Index-mark the front driveshaft CV joint-to-transfer case flange.
- Remove and discard the front driveshaft CV joint-to-transfer case flange bolts.
Torque: 92 lb.ft (125 Nm)
- Remove the front driveshaft.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.