How to service and repair the driveshaft universal joint of the snap ring type on Ford Explorer?

In order to repair the driveshaft universal joint, remove the driveshaft and mark components that will be used in reassembly. Throw away snap rings and press out bearing cups with C-Frame. Check U-joint movement, clean the bores. Rearrange, by inverting, with yellow snap-rings, or black where necessary.

Are the Staked Driveshaft Universal Joints Serviced Separately Within the Warranty Period on Ford Explorer?

With staked driveshaft U-joints, they are not serviced on an individual basis, instead a new driveshaft must be fitted when worn or damaged. U-joint service kits and instructions can be obtained at a Ford authorized dealer to do high mileage repairs.

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Ford Explorer Universal Joints Part Number: 3W1Z-4635-AA
$64.32 MSRP: $88.98
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; Universal Joint
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2000 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: 7L1Z-4635-B
$36.62 MSRP: $54.83
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Front Center, Rear, CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Manufacturer Note: 1350
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: F5TZ-4635-A, 4L3Z-4841-FB, 7L1Z-4635-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Universal Joints Part Number: 6L2Z-4635-A
$59.20 MSRP: $90.93
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint Kit; Universal Joint
- Manufacturer Note: Size 1330
- Replaces: 4L5Z-4635-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Universal Joints Part Number: F2TZ-4635-C
$27.56 MSRP: $37.51
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; Universal Joint
- Replaces: F2AZ-4635-D
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-2001 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Universal Joints Part Number: F1TZ-4635-C
$42.32 MSRP: $61.60
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint; Universal Joint
- Replaces: F2AZ-4635-A, F1TZ-4635-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005, 1991-2000 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, NBX, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Universal Joints Part Number: 4L3Z-4635-C
$32.63 MSRP: $47.50
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Replaces: 4L3Z-4635-A, F2AZ-4635-C, E9SZ-4635-Z
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, Postal, XL Fleet, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: 4L5Z-4635-B
$73.68 MSRP: $107.25
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint, Rear, Rear Center, Rear Forward, Rear Rearward; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 4L5Z-4635-A, 4L5Z-4635-AA, F2TZ-4635-B, F1TZ-4635-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Universal Joints Part Number: L1MZ-4635-A
$132.25 MSRP: $192.50
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, King Ranch, Limited, Limited Hybrid, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, ST, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
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Ford Explorer Universal Joints Part Number: D3TZ-3249-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit; Universal Joint; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint Kit; Joint Assembly; U-Joint
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1994 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, Sport, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS

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Ford Explorer Universal Joint Parts and Q&A

Universal Joints, Rear
7L1Z-4635-B
Q: How to service and repair the driveshaft universal joint of the snap ring type on Ford Explorer?
A: In order to repair the driveshaft universal joint, remove the driveshaft and mark components that will be used in reassembly. Throw away snap rings and press out bearing cups with C-Frame. Check U-joint movement, clean the bores. Rearrange, by inverting, with yellow snap-rings, or black where necessary.
Universal Joints
6L2Z-4635-A
Q: Are the Staked Driveshaft Universal Joints Serviced Separately Within the Warranty Period on Ford Explorer?
A: With staked driveshaft U-joints, they are not serviced on an individual basis, instead a new driveshaft must be fitted when worn or damaged. U-joint service kits and instructions can be obtained at a Ford authorized dealer to do high mileage repairs.