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Cage, Inner Ring, Balls, Snap Ring Assembly Note

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  1. Align the marks and install the balls and cage to the inner ring in the direction shown in the figure.
    CAUTION:
    • Install the cage with the offset facing the snap ring groove. If incorrectly installed, the drive shaft may become disengaged.
  2. Install a new snap ring.
    Fig 1: Installing Cage, Inner Ring, Balls, Snap Ring Assembly
    G01914027Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.