Driveshaft - Handling Precautions
Article No. 85-10-24DRIVESHAFT, GRAPHITE AND ALUMINUM - HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
LIGHT TRUCK 1984-85 LIGHT TRUCKS
Some 1984-1/2, 1985 and 1986 Light Trucks including E Series Vans and (1986) Aerostar Vans are equipped with graphite or aluminum driveshafts.
Under no circumstances are graphite or aluminum driveshafts to be clamped in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localized fracture of the tube may result which could cause driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.
Place the driveshaft on a suitable work bench being careful not to damage the tube when performing U-joint or yoke replacement.
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