Halfshaft Handling

Handle all halfshaft components carefully during removal and installation and during various component disassembly and assembly procedures.

• Never pick up or hold the halfshaft by the inboard or outboard CV joint.
• Do not over angle the CV joints.
• Damage will occur to an assembled inboard CV joint if it is over plunged outward from the joint housing.
• Never use a hammer to remove or install the halfshafts from the front hub.
• Never use the halfshaft assembly as a lever to position other components. Always support the free end of the halfshaft.
• Do not allow the boots to contact sharp edges or hot exhaust components.
• Handle the halfshaft only by the interconnecting shaft to avoid pull apart and potential damage to the CV joints.
• Excessive pulling force on the interconnecting shaft between the joints of the halfshaft results in internal joint damage. Axial loads used in assisting removal must be applied through the inboard joint housing only.
• Do not drop assembled halfshafts. The impact cuts the boots from the inside without evidence of external damage.
• Do not remove the outer CV joint by pulling on the interconnecting shaft.
• Inspect all machined surfaces and splines for damage.
• Do not allow the ball joint stud to contact the CV joint boot when disconnecting the lower arm.