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Axle Shaft Inner Joint & Seal: Disassembly

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  1. Use a hand grinder in order to cut through the swage ring. Remove the tripot housing from the axle shaft. Wipe the grease off of the housing. Thoroughly degrease the tripot housing. Allow the tripot housing to dry prior to assembly.
  2. Using side cutters, remove the small boot retaining clamp. Remove the spacer ring, the tripot spider assembly and the tripot boot from the axle shaft bar.
  3. Clean the axle shaft bar. Use a wire brush in order to remove any rust in the seal mounting area (grooves). Inspect the needle rollers, needle bearings, and trunnion. Inspect the tripot housing for unusual wear, cracks, or other damage. Replace any damaged parts with the appropriate service kit.
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