Check before disassembly
Move the hinge up/down, left/right and axially. Make sure it moves freely and there is no significant play.
Check for cracks and damage on the covers, if the grease is leaking.
From the side of the wheel
1. Remove the signal ring from the drive shaft using a suitable bearing clamp and puller as shown.
2. Secure the shaft in a vise.
Attention: When fixing the shaft in a vise, protect it from damage by lining it with copper or aluminum plates.
3. Remove the clamps from the boot. Remove the cover from the hinge.
4. Thread the driveshaft puller 30mm or more onto the threaded part of the pivot. Remove the hinge from the shaft.
Caution: If the joint cannot be removed after five or more unsuccessful attempts, replace the entire drive shaft assembly.
5. Remove the cover from the shaft.
6. Remove the ring clamp from the shaft.
7. Remove old grease.
From the side of the main transmission
1. Remove boot straps.
2. Secure the shaft in a vise.
Attention: When fixing the shaft in a vise, protect it from damage by lining it with copper or aluminum plates.
3. Place alignment marks on the shaft and spider assembly.
Caution: Mark with paint or similar. Do not scratch the surface.
4. Remove the retaining ring. Remove the cross assembly from the shaft.
5. Remove the cover from the shaft.