How to service and repair the driveshaft universal joint on Lincoln Navigator?

A suitable workbench should replace vise clamping when working on the driveshaft universal joint service and repair. You should index-mark the driveshaft components against the driveshaft tube because this enables accurate balancing for reinstallation. The C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover device needs to be placed inside a vise before removing snap rings from the U-joint. Use pliers only when required to pull out a bearing cup which resists complete press-out. A procedure to remove the driveshaft flange yoke begins with placing the driveshaft flange into the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover while pressing out the bearing cup to rotate the driveshaft flange yoke and then pressing on the spider to remove the remaining bearing cup. Complete U-joint service kits provide the necessary components for end assembly after the yoke area cleaning process of both driveshaft and flange yoke. The C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover should be fixed in a vise as operators install new bearing cups then position new spiders to press the bearing cups into the yoke surface. The C-Frame driveshaft removal process ends when you install the snap ring then continue with bearing cup installation on the remaining driveshaft sections. Keep direct blows away from the bearings while a brass or plastic hammer should be used for yoke strikes when binding occurs. Verify that the U-joint moves easily as the last step of maintenance.

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Lincoln Navigator Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: 7L1Z-4635-B
$40.89 MSRP: $58.50
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Front Center, Rear, CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Manufacturer Note: 1350
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: F5TZ-4635-A, 4L3Z-4841-FB, 7L1Z-4635-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2021 Lincoln Navigator | Base, Black Label, L, L Black Label, L Livery, L Luxury, L Reserve, L Select, L Ultimate, Luxury, Premiere, Reserve, Select, Ultimate | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
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Lincoln Navigator Universal Joints Part Number: F2TZ-4635-A
$24.24 MSRP: $32.99
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint; CV Joint; U Joint; Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint
- Manufacturer Note: #5-632X - oversize cups, 1310 series
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2002 Lincoln Navigator | Base | 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
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Lincoln Navigator Universal Joints Part Number: 4L3Z-4635-C
$33.49 MSRP: $47.50
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Replaces: 4L3Z-4635-A, F2AZ-4635-C, E9SZ-4635-Z
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2006, 1998-2000 Lincoln Navigator | Base, Luxury, Ultimate | 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
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Lincoln Navigator Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: ML3Z-4635-AA
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint, Rear, Rear Center, Rear Forward, Rear Rearward; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint Kit; U-Joint
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2022-2024 Lincoln Navigator | Base, Black Label, L Base, L Black Label, L Livery, L Reserve, Reserve | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Lincoln Navigator Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: BU2Z-4635-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Drive Shaft Slip Yoke, Rear; CV Joint; U Joint; Flange; Coupling
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 4L3Z-4782-AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2014 Lincoln Navigator | Base, L, L Luxury, L Ultimate, Luxury, Ultimate | 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS

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The Universal Joint in Lincoln Navigator vehicles is relied upon in connecting the driveshaft to the axle assembly so as the vehicle suspension system adjusts to the terrain, some pivoting is permitted. This joint allows for relative motion between interconnected parts to cover up for up and down changes in angles of transfer of power. Normally, the Universal Joint has a cross with needle bearings and these are inserted in hardened steel cups which are also attached by clips. Original Lincoln Navigators have used both factory lubricated U Joints and U Joints containing grease zerks for re-greasing. Worn U Joints lower the efficiency of the car and can be felt as: Gear lever rattle during gear engagement and Car shake when obtaining a certain speed calling for service and possible replacement. Some of the wear indicators one should consider include a cracked seal or missing clips respectively for the U Joint; these one has to ensure that they check them frequently.

Lincoln Navigator Universal Joint Parts and Q&A

Universal Joints, Rear
7L1Z-4635-B
Q: How to service and repair the driveshaft universal joint on Lincoln Navigator?
A:
A suitable workbench should replace vise clamping when working on the driveshaft universal joint service and repair. You should index-mark the driveshaft components against the driveshaft tube because this enables accurate balancing for reinstallation. The C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover device needs to be placed inside a vise before removing snap rings from the U-joint. Use pliers only when required to pull out a bearing cup which resists complete press-out. A procedure to remove the driveshaft flange yoke begins with placing the driveshaft flange into the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover while pressing out the bearing cup to rotate the driveshaft flange yoke and then pressing on the spider to remove the remaining bearing cup. Complete U-joint service kits provide the necessary components for end assembly after the yoke area cleaning process of both driveshaft and flange yoke. The C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover should be fixed in a vise as operators install new bearing cups then position new spiders to press the bearing cups into the yoke surface. The C-Frame driveshaft removal process ends when you install the snap ring then continue with bearing cup installation on the remaining driveshaft sections. Keep direct blows away from the bearings while a brass or plastic hammer should be used for yoke strikes when binding occurs. Verify that the U-joint moves easily as the last step of maintenance.