Cleaning and checking the outer constant velocity joint

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Mark On Outer Ring Of Outer Constant Velocity Joint, Ball Holder And Inner Ring

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Mark the outer ring for the outer constant velocity joint, the ball holder and inner ring.

Mark components in relation to each other. Use an electric scriber.