Tools Required

1. Remove the drive axle from the vehicle. Refer to Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Replacement .
2. Remove the large seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.
3. Remove the small seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.



4. Degrease the joint.

Important: Do not disassemble the outer joint assembly. Parts are match fit and cannot be serviced separately. Improper reassembly will adversely affect both performance and safety.

5. Spread the snap ring using the J 8059  (1) and remove the outer joint from the axle shaft.
6. Remove the seal from the joint assembly.

1. Install the seal onto the axle shaft.
2. Spread the snap ring using the J 8059  (1) and install the outer joint onto the axle shaft.
3. Fill the joint seal with 200-220 g (7.1-7.8 ounces) of the recommended grease. Repack the joint with 200-220 g (7.1-7.8 ounces) of the recommended grease.



4. Install a new large seal retaining clamp and a new small seal retaining clamp.



5. Crimp the new small seal retaining clamp and the new large seal retaining clamp using the J 35566  (1).
6. Install the drive axle shaft to the vehicle. Refer to Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Replacement .