REAR DRIVESHAFT SLIP/BUMP—BUILT ON OR TSB 09-25-5

BEFORE 12/1/2009

FORD:
2009-2010 F-150

ISSUE 5. Remove the boot

Some 2009-2010 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2 6. With a clean towel thoroughly clean old grease
piece driveshaft only and built on or before from the splines on the slip yoke and the stud
12/1/2009 may exhibit a rear driveshaft slip/bump shaft. Do not use solvent.
concern on light to moderate acceleration from a
stop or when coming to stop with light braking. 7. On 4X4 vehicles only, using hand tools, loosen
the center bearing bolts and slide the center
ACTION bearing fully rearward in the slotted holes.
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the Torque fasteners to 35 lb-ft (48 N•m). Refer to
condition. WSM, Section 205-01 for detail.
SERVICE PROCEDURE 8. Evenly coat the driveshaft splines with
0.53-0.71 ounces (15-20 grams) of Motorcraft
It is not necessary to remove the entire driveshaft
PTFE Lubricant.
from the vehicle for this repair.
9. Position boot and clamps over the spline
1. Place orientation marks on the rear driveshaft
portion of the driveshaft. Do not crimp the
flange and differential pinion flange.
clamp at this time.
2. Mark the center slip yoke barrel across the boot
10. Install the rear portion of the driveshaft into the
and the clamp crimp heads to the rear shaft
center slip yoke.
spline stud shoulder. (Figure 1)
11. Fasten driveshaft flange to the rear axle using
the previous alignment marks for reference.
Refer to WSM, Section 205-01 for detail.
12. Position the clamp heads in-line with the
alignment mark on the slip yoke and stud spline
shoulder to minimize any balance shift.
13. Crimp clamps using ESST 205-343.
Other driveline noise conditions will not be corrected
with this procedure. Refer to appropriate WSM for
diagnosis and repair for engagement clunk,
hesitation during light throttle 1-2 upshift, harsh
downshift while coasting 15 MPH (24 Km/h) and,
Figure 1 - Article 09-25-5 shudder/vibration on moderate to hard acceleration.
See other applicable Technical Service Bulletins for
3. Remove the clamps from the center slip yoke details.
and discard.
PART NUMBER PART NAME
4. Remove the rear axle to driveshaft flange
XG-8 Motorcraft PTFE Lubricant
fasteners and remove the rear portion of the 9L3Z-4421-A Spline Boot
driveshaft only. 9L3Z-3B478-A Clamp (2 Req.)

NOTE: The information in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and equipment to do
the job properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper
vehicle service. The procedures should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers”. Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a
Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership to determine whether the Bulletin applies to your vehicle. Warranty Policy and Extended Service Plan documentation
determine Warranty and/or Extended Service Plan coverage unless stated otherwise in the TSB article.The information in this Technical Service Bulletin
(TSB) was current at the time of printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to supercede this information with updates.The most recent information is
available through Ford Motor Company’s on-line technical resources.

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 TSB 09-25-5 (Continued)

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 09-15-4, OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

09-11-5, 092505A 2009-2010 F-150: Clean 0.5 Hr.
09-22-12 And Lubricate The Splines
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of Of The Driveshaft Slip
New Vehicle Limited Yoke Following The
Warranty Coverage Service Procedure (Do Not
IMPORTANT: Warranty Use With Any Other Labor
coverage limits/policies are Operations)
not altered by a TSB. DEALER CODING
Warranty coverage limits CONDITION
are determined by the BASIC PART NO. CODE
identified causal part. 4602 41

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