Driveshaft Universal Joint - Single Cardan, Slip Yoke: Assembly

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Bearing cup installation

NOTE: Install the U-joint Kits as complete assemblies only. Do not mix components from other kits.

Install a new spider and bearing cup.
1. Start a new bearing cup in the shaft yoke.
  - Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
2. Position the new spider in the shaft yoke.
3. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.

Fig 1: Identifying Spider And Bearing Cup

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NOTE: Use the yellow snap rings supplied in the kit to assemble the U-joint. If difficulty is encountered with the yellow snap rings, install the black snap rings.

Remove the shaft from the special tool and install the new snap ring.

Fig 2: Identifying Snap Rings

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Opposite bearing cup installation

Repeat bearing cup installation in this procedure to install the new bearing cup and snap ring on the opposite side of the shaft yoke.

Fig 3: Installing New Bearing Cup And Snap Ring On Opposite Side Of Shaft Yoke

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Remove the shaft from the special tool and install the new snap ring.

Fig 4: Identifying Snap Rings

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CAUTION: Do not strike the bearings.

Check the U-joint for freedom of movement.
- If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.

Fig 5: Checking U-Joint For Freedom Of Movement

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