Chapter 15 Constant-Velocity Axle Problems, Troubleshooting, and Service 299
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Spring clip
Inboard CV joint
Snap ring
Snap ring
Roller
Boot clamp
Boot clamp
Inboard joint boot
Spider
Roller groove
Dynamic damper
Boot clamp
Boot clamp
Boot clamp
Outboard joint boot
Outboard CV joint
Pry off
with
screwdriver
Pry off
or twist open
Small
boot clamp
Large boot clamp
A B
Figure 15-25. Removing boot clamps. A—Prying off the small
(shaft side) clamp with a screwdriver. B—Removing the large
(housing side) clamp.
Figure 15-23. Exploded view of a typical tripod joint showing all major parts. (Honda)
Figure 15-24. This rebuilding kit contains all of the parts
commonly needed to rebuild a worn CV joint. (Dana)
the axle shaft. The small end of the boot should be
installed first. Boot installation is covered in detail
later in this chapter.
9. Install the tripod spider on the CV axle shaft, making
sure the alignment marks are positioned properly. On
some tripod joints, the spider must be installed in a
certain direction. On other joints, both sides of the
spider are the same.
10. Thoroughly lubricate the spider assembly, using the
type of grease recommended by the manufacturer.
This grease is generally provided with the joint
rebuilding kit. Most replacement joints have grease
already packed into the housing. Any extra grease
should be placed inside the boot to provide additional
lubrication.