Dismantle constant-velocity joint
1 | Mark installation position of the joint ring (37c), joint hub (37d) and ball retainer (37f) in relation to one another. |
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2 | Align rear axle shaft (37a) so that narrow bar (arrow) of joint hub (37d) points upward. |
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3 | Use a suitable tool to press the two top balls out of the ball retainer (37f). |
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4 | Align rear axle shaft (37a) and turn slightly to remove from the joint ring (37c). |
Hold the remaining balls in place when removing. |
5 | Remove remaining balls from joint ring (37c). |
6 | Remove ball retainer (37f) from joint hub (37d). |
7 | Clean all parts. |
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Check constant velocity joint
8 | Check ball raceways of joint ring (37c), joint hub (37d), ball retainer (37f) and balls for pitting and signs of wear (arrows). |
If these parts exhibit major wear, the entire rear axle shaft (37a) must be replaced. Smooth areas and running marks caused by the balls are not a reason to replace the rear axle shaft (37a). |
If the outer constant velocity joint is defective, then the rear axle shaft (37a) must be replaced. |
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Assembling CV joint
9 | Insert rear axle shaft (37a) with joint hub (37d) and ball retainer (37f) into joint ring (37c) and align so that balls can be inserted. |
Before inserting the joint hub (37d), pack half the grease provided in the repair kit into the joint ring (37c). |
10 | Position ball retainer (37f) onto joint hub (37d). |
Watch the alignment marks made earlier. If a marking was not made the ball retainer (37f) has to be positioned on the joint hub(37d) such that a wide bar of the joint hub (37d) is always opposite a narrow bar of the joint ring (37c). |
11 | Insert balls one after the other. |
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