Front Drive Shaft (Tripod Joint (TJ) -) - Disassembly, Inspection

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT (TRIPOD JOINT (TJ) -) - COMPONENTS

DISASSEMBLY

1. Do not disassemble the outer Birfield (BJ) CV joint.

2. Use only the specified special grease to lubricate the drive shaft CV joints.

Do not mix old and new grease, or different types of grease.

3. After removal, replace the CV joint boot clamps with new ones.

1. Remove the boot clamps of the inner CV joint, and remove the boot from the inner CV joint housing.

Be careful not to damage the boot during removal.

2. Remove the snap ring from the drive shaft, then remove the tripod joint assembly.

3. Clean the tripod joint assembly.

4. Remove the boot clamps of the outer CV joint, and remove the boot from the outer CV joint housing.

If the CV joint boot is to be reinstalled, wrap the splined portion of the shaft with (plastic) insulation tape to prevent damage to the boot.

INSPECTION 1. Inspect the splined portion of the drive shaft for signs of excessive wear or damage.

2. Make sure there is no water, foreign matter, dirt or rust in the outer CV joint boot.

3. Check that the rollers on the tripod joint assembly spider journals rotate smoothly, and check for signs of excessive wear or corrosion.

4. Check the groove on the inner surface of the CV joint housing for signs of wear or corrosion.

5. Inspect the dynamic damper for damage or cracks.