Driveshaft Indexing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln MKX and 2007 Ford Edge. 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. For additional information, refer to Driveshaft Indexing .

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .

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

Remove and discard the 4 front driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts.

Fig 1: Locating Front Driveshaft-To-Transfer Case Bolts

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NOTE: Index-mark the shaft for reference.

Rotate the flange 90 degrees clockwise.

Fig 2: Rotating Flange 90 Degrees Clockwise

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Connect the front driveshaft and install the 4 new bolts.
- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).

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

Disconnect the rear driveshaft universal joint flange.
- Discard the 4 bolts.

Fig 3: Locating Rear Driveshaft Universal Joint Flange Bolts

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Rotate the rear pinion 90 degrees clockwise.

Fig 4: Rotating Rear Pinion 90 Degrees Clockwise

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Connect the rear driveshaft and install 4 new bolts.
- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
Lower the vehicle and test drive.
Repeat the procedure if necessary.