Driveshaft Alignment Bushing: Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using the special tools, align the bushing with the driveshaft.
- Using the special tools, drive the alignment bushing until the tool contacts the end yoke face.
- Install the flex coupling.
- Position the protruding end of the bushing against the driveshaft flange.
- Install the flex coupling-to-driveshaft bolt nuts and flex coupling-to-driveshaft bolts in their original locations.
CAUTION: The bolt heads must seat against the driveshaft flange and the nuts against the flex coupling. - Tighten the flex coupling-to-driveshaft bolt nuts and flex coupling-to-driveshaft bolts.
- Coat the bolt threads with Threadlock 262.
- Tighten to 81 Nm (60 lb-ft).
- Repeat for the other end of the driveshaft.
- Assemble the front driveshaft to the rear shaft.
- Install the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT in this article .
NOTE:
Install the alignment bushing with the seal facing outboard.
CAUTION:
There are 6 bushings in each flex coupling. Three of the bushings protrude from one side of the flex coupling and 3 protrude from the other side. The arrows on the side of the flex coupling point toward the protruding end of the bushing. When installing the flex coupling, the protruding end of the bushing must seat in the driveshaft flange counterbore or damage will occur to the flex coupling during driveshaft operation.
NOTE:
The bolt heads are serrated. Hold the bolt and tighten the nut.
CAUTION:
Align the index marks or driveshaft imbalance can occur.
CAUTION:
Add 1 gram of grease to both alignment bushing cavities before installing the driveshaft.