Rear Axle Shaft Tripod Joints

The rear axle shaft tripod joints are made without an over-extension limitation retainer. Care must be exercised when removing and installing the rear axle shafts in order not to over-extend the tripod joints. Damage and tripod failure may result. The joint is constructed as follows:

• The axle shaft has a female spline. The female spline installs over an axle shaft that protrudes from the rear differential.
• The axle shaft utilizes a barrel-type retaining ring in order to positively secure the inner tripod joint to the rear differential.