FAQ for Axle Shaft Repair
Q: What should be noted when installing the spacer ring?
A:
You should ensure that the counterbored face of the tripot joint spider faces toward the end of the half shaft bar and that the trilobal tripot bushing is flush with the face of the housing.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the front-side door latch striker?
A:
The recommended torque is 25 N.m (18 LB-FT).
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noted when removing the Front Drive Axle?
A:
Wheel drive shaft boots, seals, and clamps should be protected from sharp objects any time service is performed on or near the wheel drive shaft(s).
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the boot retaining clamp?
A:
The recommended torque is 176 N.m (130 ft. lbs.).
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noted when pushing the CV joint onto the half-shaft bar?
A:
You should note that the outboard boot must not be dimpled, stretched, or out of shape in any way.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noted when disconnecting the swaging ring?
A:
You should be careful not to cut through the half shaft inboard boot and damage the sealing surface of the outer housing and the trilobal tripot bushing.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noted when prying the left drive axle from the transaxle?
A:
You should be careful not to left drive axle from the transaxle.
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01/11/2022 Q: What kind of special tools will be used in the replacement of the Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot?
A:
The J 8059 Snap Ring Pliers shall be used for the replacement of the Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot.
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01/11/2022 Q: What tools will be used in the assembly of the Axle Shaft?
A:
The J 8059 Snap Ring Plier, the J 2619-01 Slide Hammer, the J 28733-B Front Hub Spindle Remover, and the J 29794 Extension shall be used for the assembly of the Axle Shaft.
By BobGM Specialist
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