Driveshaft Indexing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If indexing the driveshaft does not eliminate the vibration, balance the driveshaft. Refer to DRIVESHAFT RUNOUT AND BALANCING .

Raise and support the vehicle.

CAUTION: Do not reuse the CV joint bolts and washers. Install new bolts and washers only or damage to the vehicle may occur

Remove the six front driveshaft to power take off bolts and washers.
- Discard the bolts and washers.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Six Front Driveshaft To Power Take Off Bolts And Washers
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Rotate the flange 60 degrees.

Fig 2: Rotating Flange
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Connect the front driveshaft and install the new bolts and washers.

Fig 3: Identifying Bolts Of Front Driveshaft
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts and straps for the pinion yoke. Install new bolts and straps or damage to the vehicle may occur

Disconnect the rear driveshaft universal joint.
- Discard the bolts and straps.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Rear Driveshaft Universal Joint Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Rotate the rear pinion yoke 180 degrees.
Connect the rear driveshaft and install new bolts and straps.

Fig 5: Installing rear driveshaft bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Lower the vehicle and test drive.
Repeat the procedure if necessary.