OEM 2006 Ford Crown Victoria Drive Shaft

2006 Ford Crown Victoria Drive Shaft Parts Q&A

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Drive Shaft on 2006 Ford Crown Victoria?

  A: The first step for driveshaft servicing requires the vehicle to be in neutral gear with proper hoisting support. Perform index-marking procedures for the pinion flange of the rear axle and driveshaft centering socket yoke in addition to the transmission extension housing and driveshaft tube. The 4 bolts require tightening to 112 Nm (83 ft. lbs.) during installation. When installing the driveshaft centering socket yoke to the rear axle pinion flange pilot there should be caution because the components fit tightly together. Hammering on driveshaft components should be avoided to prevent damage. A proper tool should be used to perform precise prying only at the designated area for yoke disconnection from the flange. It is important to verify that the index marks remain straight before taking out the driveshaft. Lower the rear end of the driveshaft to drain the rear axle housing then move it backward until the slip yoke leaves the transmission extension housing before applying a stopper to prevent fluid leak. Reinstall the bolts by using new ones or treating existing bolts with threadlock along with sealant in case replacement bolts are unavailable. Tighten the bolts across the pattern until the driveshaft centering socket yoke fixed evenly onto its designated flange. The extension housing seal requires evaluation for damage then replacement if signs of damage are present. Long-life grease should be applied to all slip-yoke spline interfaces. New driveshaft installation requires accurate driveshaft tube alignment with the matching yellow markings between the tube and pinion flange; both marks can be present or indexing must be properly achieved. Search for both rear axle pinion flange and driveshaft centering socket yoke mating areas for damage from nicks or burrs and foreign material which could block a secure fit while determining if replacement or repair of components is needed. After installing the driveshaft from completion follow the uninstallation guidelines backward to finalize the procedure.