Disassembly

DISASSEMBLY





Disassemble in the order shown in the figure, referring to Disassembly Note.

Note:
- Clamp the shaft in a vice. Use protectors in the vice to avoid damage.
- Do not allow dirt or foreign matter in the joint during disassembly or assembly.
- Do not disassemble the ball-joint at the wheel side.
- Do not wipe the grease off if there is no problem.
- Do not remove the clip used to secure the outer ring to the ball-joint at the differential side if there is no problem. If the clip is removed, replace it with a new one.

Disassembly Note

Clip





1. Make matching marks on the driveshaft and outer ring for proper reassembly.

Note: Mark with paint, do not use a punch.

2. Remove the clip.

Snap Ring





1. Make matching marks on the driveshaft end and inner ring.
2. Remove the snap ring using snap ring pliers.

Balls, Inner Ring and Cage





1. Make matching marks on the inner ring and cage.

Note: Mark with paint, do not use a punch.

2. Turn the cage approximately 30 degrees, then pull it away from the inner ring.

Boot





1. Wrap the shaft splines with tape.
2. Remove the boot.

Inspection





Wash the parts. Check and replace, all damaged parts.
1. Twisted, bent, or damaged shaft.
2. Worn or scored splines.
3. Worn, rusted, or damaged outer ring.

DISASSEMBLE TRIPOD JOINT ASSEMBLY





Disassemble in the order shown in the figure, referring to Disassembly Note.

Disassembly Note





1. Remove the snap ring using snap ring pliers, then remove the tripod joint.
2. Disassemble the joint shaft assembly.