Cross Groove Joint Boot Removal and Installation

Cross Groove Joint Seal Removal and Installation

Tools Required:
J-35566 Seal Clamp Pliers
J-8059 Snap Ring Pliers

Removal
1. Remove the large seal retaining clamp.Discard the clamp.





2. Remove the small seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.
3. Degrease the joint.





4. Remove the shaft retaining ring using the snap ring pliers J-8059.
5. Remove the axle shaft from the joint assembly.





6. Remove the seal from the joint assembly.

Installation
1. Install a new small seal retaining clamp onto the seal. Do not crimp.
2. Install the seal onto the axle shaft.





3. Install the joint assembly onto the axle shaft.





4. Install the shaft retaining ring using the snap ring pliers J-8059.
5. Fill the joint assembly with 120 to 140 g (4.2 to 4.9 ounces) of the recommended grease. Repack the tripot with 120 to 140 g (4.2 to 4.9 ounces) of the recommended grease.
6. Install the a new large seal retaining clamp.
7. Crimp the new large seal retaining clamp using the seal clamp pliers J-35566.





8. Crimp the new small retaining clamp using the seal clamp pliers J-35566.