Assembly

1. Start a new bearing into the axle shaft.

2. Position the spider in the axle shaft and press the bearing 6mm (1/4 inch) below the axle shaft surface using U-Joint Tool, T74P-4635-C or equivalent.

3. Remove the tool and install a new snap ring.

4. Start a new bearing on the opposite side of the axle shaft.

5. Install the U-Joint Tool and press the bearing until the snap ring of the opposite bearing contacts the axle shaft.

6. Remove the tool and install a new snap ring.

7. Install the yoke on the spider in position marked during disassembly.

8. Install two new bearings and snap rings in the yoke and spider in the same manner as the axle shaft.

9. Check the U-joint for freedom of movement. If a binding condition results, tap the ears of the axle shaft sharply to relieve the binding. DO NOT INSTALL AN AXLE SHAFT IF THE U-JOINT SHOWS SIGNS OF BINDING.




10. If removed, press a new stone shield on the axle shaft with an appropriate piece of press stock and Pinion Bearing Cone Replacer, T53T-4621-C or equivalent.

11. Install the rubber V-seal on the stone shield and axle shaft. The lip of the seal should face towards the spindle.

12. If removed, install the bronze spacer on the axle shaft. The chamfered side of the spacer should be inboard against the axle shaft.