Does the driveshaft have to be installed the same way?

2005 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
220,000 MILES • 4.6L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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GERRETTF22
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Does my front and rear driveshaft have to be installed the same way I took them out? Or does it not matter?
Apr 2, 2024 at 8:18 AM
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They say you are supposed to make the driveshaft when removing it, but I have never had a problem with it because the unit is balanced independently. Here is a guide to help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-remove-a-drive-shaft

Let us know if you need anything else.
Apr 2, 2024 at 8:47 AM
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