Removal Procedure
- Remove the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
- Use a hand grinder in order to cut through the swage ring (2).
- Remove the tripot housing (1) from the halfshaft.
- Wipe the grease off of the housing (1).
- Thoroughly degrease the tripot housing (1).
- Allow the tripot housing (1) to dry prior to assembly.
- Using side cutters, remove the small boot retaining clamp.
- Remove the following items from the halfshaft bar:
- The spacer ring (1)
- The tripot spider assembly (2)
- The tripot boot (3)
- Clean the halfshaft bar (4). 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.
IMPORTANT:
Use caution when using the hand grinder by the tripot housing (1).