Outer CV Joint Service

REMOVAL & DISASSEMBLY

1. Remove driveshaft, refer to DRIVESHAFT.
2. Cut and remove boot clamps, then slide boot rearward for access to plastic retaining ring. If boot is to be reused, avoid damaging boot when cutting clamps.
3. Using snap ring pliers, spread plastic retaining ring, then tap C/V joint with plastic mallet to free shaft from retaining ring.
4. Remove C/V joint, then slide boot off shaft. Inspect retaining ring, and replace if necessary.

INSTALLATION

1. Install new retaining ring with tapered end into C/V joint and segmented end onto driveshaft.
2. Slide boot onto driveshaft.
3. Lubricate C/V joint with grease supplied in service kit. Align driveshaft with plastic retaining ring and C/V joint, then tap joint onto shaft until retaining ring snaps into place.
4. Position boot in clamp groves of C/V joint and driveshaft, then using boot clamps pliers No. T.Av 1034 or equivalent, install and tighten boot clamps.
5. Install driveshaft, refer to DRIVESHAFT.