Disassembly And Assembly: Halfshaft: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the halfshaft. For additional information, refer to HALFSHAFT .
Remove the boot clamps.

Fig 1: Removing Boot Clamps
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Separate the boot from the inboard constant velocity (CV) joint housing.

Fig 2: Separating Boot From Inboard Constant Velocity (CV) Joint Housing
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Remove the retaining ring.

Fig 3: Removing Retaining Ring
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Remove the inboard CV joint housing.

Fig 4: Removing Inboard CV Joint Housing
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Index-mark the inner race and ball cage.

Fig 5: Identifying Index-Mark The Inner Race And Ball Cage Chart
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Remove the 6 balls.

Fig 6: Removing 6 Balls
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Remove the snap ring.

Fig 7: Removing Snap Ring
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Remove the inner race and the ball cage.

Fig 8: Removing Inner Race And Ball Cage
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Remove the inboard boot.

Fig 9: Removing Inboard Boot
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Remove the boot clamps.

Fig 10: Removing Boot Clamps
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Remove the outboard boot.

Fig 11: Removing Outboard Boot
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NOTE: If the grease is contaminated, clean and inspect the joint for wear. Install a new outboard CV joint and interconnecting shaft assembly if worn/damaged.

Check the grease for contamination.