C/V Joint-Inner
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- Apply a coat of grease supplied with the joint/boot to the C/V joint components before assembling them.
- Place new clamps on the new boot and slide boot down the shaft.
- Slide cage (2) onto the shaft (1) with the small diameter (3) end towards the boot.
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- Install the inner race (1) onto the shaft (3). Pull on the race to verify snap ring has engaged.
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- Align cage (1) with the inner race (2) and slide over the race.
- Turn the cage 30° to align the cage windows (4) with the race (2).
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- Apply grease to the inner race and bearings and install the bearings.
- Apply grease to the housing bore (4) then install the bearing assembly (2) into the housing (1).
- Install the housing snap ring (3) and verify it is seated in the groove.
- Fill the housing and boot with the remaining grease.
- Slide the boot onto the C/V housing into its original position. Ensure boot is not twisted and remove any excess air.
- Secure both boot clamps with Clamp Installer C-4975A. Place tool on clamp bridge and tighten tool until the jaws of the tool are closed.