1996 Ford Aerostar Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Ford Aerostar

  • 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:U
  • 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:X

DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Install -> Rear -> Remove
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Front

Remove
  • Mark driveshaft and axle companion flanges as well as driveshaft boot and transfer case front output, so driveshaft can be reinstalled in same position.
  • Release Oetiker low-profile clamp on driveshaft boot with boot clamp pliers tool No. D87P-1090-A or equivalent and free boot from transfer case.
  • Remove axle snubber from beneath pinion.
  • Remove four bolts retaining front driveshaft to front axle companion flange.
  • Remove nuts from transmission mount studs in front crossmember.
  • Raise (jack) transfer case so transmission mount studs are almost out of front crossmember.
  • Slid...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Install -> Rear -> Remove
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

Front

Remove
  • Mark driveshaft and axle companion flanges as well as driveshaft boot and transfer case front output, so driveshaft can be reinstalled in same position.
  • Release Oetiker low-profile clamp on driveshaft boot with boot clamp pliers tool No. D87P-1090-A or equivalent and free boot from transfer case.
  • Remove axle snubber from beneath pinion.
  • Remove four bolts retaining front driveshaft to front axle companion flange.
  • Remove nuts from transmission mount studs in front crossmember.
  • Raise (jack) transfer case so transmission mount studs are almost out of front crossmember.
  • Slid...

CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1996 Ford Aerostar DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES

DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Double Cardan -> Single Cardan, Flange Yoke -> Single Cardan, Slip Yoke
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

Single Cardan, Slip Yoke

Disassemble

Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the shaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing shaft failure during vehicle operation. Place the shaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tube. If components are not marked and installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.

  • Index-mark the shaft components.
  • Remove and discard all four snap rings.
  • Clamp bearing cup removal tool No. 205-086 or equivalent in a vise.
  • If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup t...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Install -> Remove
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

Remove

  • Remove front wheel cover/hub cover from wheel and tire and loosen lug nuts.
  • Raise vehicle on a frame contact hoist.
  • Remove wheel and tire, and hub retainer nut and washer. Discard hub retainer nut. It is a torque prevailing design and cannot be reused.
  • Mark differential shaft flange in relation to halfshaft so they may be installed in their original position.
  • Remove four bolts and disconnect halfshaft inboard joint from differential axle shaft flanges. Only four of the six bolts hold CV halfshaft to axle shaft. The other two bolts retain the spacer.
  • Support end of shaft ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Install -> Remove
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Remove

  • Remove front wheel cover/hub cover from wheel and tire and loosen lug nuts.
  • Raise vehicle on a frame contact hoist.
  • Remove wheel and tire, and hub retainer nut and washer. Discard hub retainer nut. It is a torque prevailing design and cannot be reused.
  • Mark differential shaft flange in relation to halfshaft so they may be installed in their original position.
  • Remove four bolts and disconnect halfshaft inboard joint from differential axle shaft flanges. Only four of the six bolts hold CV halfshaft to axle shaft. The other two bolts retain the spacer.
  • Support end of shaft ...

CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1996 Ford Aerostar DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES

DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Double Cardan -> Single Cardan, Flange Yoke -> Single Cardan, Slip Yoke
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Single Cardan, Slip Yoke

Disassemble

Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the shaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing shaft failure during vehicle operation. Place the shaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tube. If components are not marked and installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.

  • Index-mark the shaft components.
  • Remove and discard all four snap rings.
  • Clamp bearing cup removal tool No. 205-086 or equivalent in a vise.
  • If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup t...

CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1996 Ford Aerostar DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES

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