CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the driveshaft (4602) to be clamped in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localized fracture of the tube may result, which could cause driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.Section 05-00: Axle and Driveshaft, Service | 1996 F-150, F-250, F-350 4x2 and 4x4, F-Super Duty and Bronco Workshop Manual |
The front driveshaft connects the power flow from the transfer case to the front drive axle. It incorporates two single Cardan universal joints, a driveshaft with a splined stub shaft end, a universal joint slip yoke boot (4421) with two clamps (one large and one small), and a driveshaft slip yoke (4841) which attaches to the transfer case. F-350 4x4 vehicles incorporate a double Cardan universal joint in the front driveshaft.
CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the driveshaft (4602) to be clamped in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localized fracture of the tube may result, which could cause driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.
NOTE: Whenever the vehicle is raised on a hoist, inspect the universal joint slip yoke boot for rips or tears. Replace if required.