How to service and repair the driveshaft universal joint of the snap ring type on Ford F-150?

A proper approach for servicing or repairing driveshaft universal joints requires removing driveshafts without using a vise clamp to protect them from damage. Index marks should be applied to the driveshaft components to maintain balance in the future assembly process. A C-Frame and Screw Remover/Installer removes the bearing cups and slip yoke from the driveshaft by using press action while getting rid of all snap rings. The removal task can be helped by pliers when bearing cups prove difficult to displace. Examine the bearing cup holes along with retaining ring slots for any surface defects and rust presence while verifying their clean and smooth state. The assembly process requires the use of complete U-Joint Kits which should never contain mixed components. Apply grease to all bearing cup bores before you set a new spider and cups inside a U-joint. Use a new driveshaft yoke bearing cup while checking the needle bearings are correctly positioned before pressing it until it reaches the snap ring groove. The installation requires a new yellow snap ring which must not have yellow or black snap rings on different sides. Perform this installation sequence also on the yoke side facing away from the driver. Place the slip yoke on the driveshaft while matching the index marks then reapply the bearing cup installation protocol together with the snap rings. Cup seating occurs when using a brass or plastic hammer for a forceful tap. The driveshaft needs to have U-joints that move without restriction before installing the driveshaft back into place.

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Ford F-150 Universal Joints, Front Center Part Number: BC3Z-4635-A
$24.27 MSRP: $35.33
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Front Center, Rear Center, CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint Kit; U-Joint; Universal Joint
- Position: Front Center
- Replaces: F3TZ-4635-A, F81Z-4635-BB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1987-1995 Ford F-150 | Custom, Eddie Bauer, Lightning, Special, XL, XLT, XLT Lariat | 6 Cyl 4.9 L BI-FUEL, 6 Cyl 4.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS
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Ford F-150 Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: 7L1Z-4635-B
$40.89 MSRP: $58.50
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Product Specifications
- 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:
- 1997-2020 Ford F-150 | Base, FX2, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lariat Limited, Lightning, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, STX, SVT Raptor, THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L CNG, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.7 L LPG, 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Ford F-150 Universal Joints Part Number: 4L3Z-4635-C
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- 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:
- 1997-2008 Ford F-150 | Base, FX2, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lightning, Limited, STX, THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
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Ford F-150 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:
- 1997-2001 Ford F-150 | Base, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford F-150 Universal Joints Part Number: C3AZ-4635-L
$10.66 MSRP: $14.75
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1996 Ford F-150 | Base, Custom, Eddie Bauer, Lightning, Special, XL, XLT, XLT Lariat | 6 Cyl 4.9 L BI-FUEL, 6 Cyl 4.9 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.9 L LPG, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.9 L DIESEL
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Ford F-150 Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: ML3Z-4635-BA
$158.70 MSRP: $231.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint, Rear Center, Rear Forward, Rear Rearward; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint Kit; U-Joint
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Ford F-150 | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, Raptor R, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
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Ford F-150 Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: ML3Z-4635-AA
$156.18 MSRP: $227.33
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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 Kit; U-Joint
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Ford F-150 | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, Raptor R, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
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Ford F-150 Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: FL3Z-4635-B
$45.69 MSRP: $66.50
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint, Rear Forward, Rear Rearward; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Manufacturer Note: 1340
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: FL3Z-4635-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2020 Ford F-150 | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, SSV, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX
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Ford F-150 Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: 3G3Z-4635-B
$39.85 MSRP: $58.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint, Rear; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Manufacturer Note: 1410
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 3G3Z-4635-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2020, 2011-2014 Ford F-150 | FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lariat Limited, Platinum, Raptor, SVT Raptor, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Ford F-150 Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: BU2Z-4635-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Drive Shaft Slip Yoke, Rear; CV Joint; U Joint; Flange; Coupling
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 4L3Z-4782-AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009, 2004 Ford F-150 | FX4, King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, STX, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
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Ford F-150 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:
- 1984-1996 Ford F-150 | Base, Custom, Eddie Bauer, Lightning, Special, XL, XLT, XLT Lariat | 6 Cyl 4.9 L BI-FUEL, 6 Cyl 4.9 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.9 L LPG, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.9 L DIESEL
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Ford F-150 U-Joint, Rear Part Number: 4L3Z-4635-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint, Front Forward, Front Rearward, Rear Forward, Rear Rearward; U Joint
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 4L3Z-4635-AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2005 Ford F-150 | FX4, Lariat, STX, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS

Ford F-150 Universal Joint

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A Universal Joint in Ford F-150 vehicles specifically plays the role of interface of the driveshaft with the axle assembly which requires some degree of rotation when the suspension moves according to road topography. This mechanism helps to correct deviations in the angle of the segments and makes possible the continuous transmission of power. Normally, it is a cross with needle bearings and is made of hardened steel, with clips to hold the cups in place and usually comes pre-greased. In F-150 models, different types of Universal Joints have been incorporated due notably to variation in the methods of lubrication. Originally, the factory U Joints are often greasable, but they have a attractive cap, while U Joints may have a grease zerk installed for easy lubrication. Damaged u joints may cause the vehicle to produce certain sounds and vibrations thus may need to be inspected and probably replaced to enhance vehicle performance.

Ford F-150 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 F-150?
A:
A proper approach for servicing or repairing driveshaft universal joints requires removing driveshafts without using a vise clamp to protect them from damage. Index marks should be applied to the driveshaft components to maintain balance in the future assembly process. A C-Frame and Screw Remover/Installer removes the bearing cups and slip yoke from the driveshaft by using press action while getting rid of all snap rings. The removal task can be helped by pliers when bearing cups prove difficult to displace. Examine the bearing cup holes along with retaining ring slots for any surface defects and rust presence while verifying their clean and smooth state. The assembly process requires the use of complete U-Joint Kits which should never contain mixed components. Apply grease to all bearing cup bores before you set a new spider and cups inside a U-joint. Use a new driveshaft yoke bearing cup while checking the needle bearings are correctly positioned before pressing it until it reaches the snap ring groove. The installation requires a new yellow snap ring which must not have yellow or black snap rings on different sides. Perform this installation sequence also on the yoke side facing away from the driver. Place the slip yoke on the driveshaft while matching the index marks then reapply the bearing cup installation protocol together with the snap rings. Cup seating occurs when using a brass or plastic hammer for a forceful tap. The driveshaft needs to have U-joints that move without restriction before installing the driveshaft back into place.