Universal Joints connect the Driveshaft between the Transmission and the Rear Axle Differencial that transfers power from the Engine to the Transmission to the Rear Axle to move the car.
Universal coupling
A hardy spicer is a universal coupling as found on vehicle drive shafts and they are fitted with needle bearings
Worn universal joints.
maybe you can unbolt the universal joint and then slide it out of the spline
A cars driveshaft, a cars steering column, a socket set,
Check universal joints.
It means you probably have a bad universal joint or two.
get the universal joints checked on your driveshaft.
To replace the rear universal joint on a 2004 Honda CR-V, first, safely lift and support the vehicle, then remove the rear driveshaft by unbolting it from the differential and the transfer case. Next, mark the position of the driveshaft for reassembly, and use a press or a hammer to remove the old universal joint from the driveshaft. Install the new universal joint by ensuring it is properly seated, then reassemble the driveshaft, aligning it with your previous marks, and securely bolt it back in place. Finally, lower the vehicle and check for any unusual noises during a test drive.
To replace the universal joint in your 2002 Kia Sportage AWD, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the driveshaft. Use a socket and ratchet to remove the bolts securing the universal joint to the driveshaft and the differential. Carefully press or hammer out the old joint, then install the new universal joint by aligning it properly and securing it with the bolts. Finally, reattach the driveshaft, ensuring all bolts are tightened to the manufacturer's specifications before lowering the vehicle.
To replace the universal joints on a 2000 Lincoln Navigator, start by safely lifting the vehicle and securing it on jack stands. Remove the driveshaft by unbolting it from the differential and the transmission. Use a joint press or a hammer to remove the old universal joints from the driveshaft and install the new ones, ensuring proper alignment. Finally, reattach the driveshaft and torque the bolts to the manufacturer’s specifications before lowering the vehicle.
Replace universal joint on rear of driveshaft