Disassembly and Assembly

NOTE: The entire front axle must be removed from the vehicle prior to this procedure.

Fig. 5 Removing balls from joint:

Fig. 11 Replacing ball retainer & guide:

Fig. 12 Removing or installing snap ring:

DISASSEMBLY

Double Offset Joint

1. Remove DOJ inner and outer boot clamps then slide boot towards Birfield Joint assembly.
2. Remove circular clip and withdraw shaft, then using a screwdriver, remove six balls, Fig. 5.
3. Rotate case half a pitch to ensure ball guide aligns with projected portion of ball retainer, then slide towards boot to remove.
4. Remove snap ring holding ball retainer on center shaft, then the ball retainer along with cage and boot, Figs. 11 and 12.
5. Inspect all parts for abnormal wear, cracks and damage.

Birfield Joint

The Birfield joint is non-serviceable with the exception of boot replacement.
1. Disassemble and remove DOJ assembly from center shaft.
2. Remove boot clamps and slide boot towards inboard side of center shaft to remove.
3. Inspect all parts for abnormal wear, cracks and damage.

ASSEMBLY

Birfield Joint

1. Slide boot onto center shaft from inboard side taking care not to damage.
2. Fill boot half way with suitable lubricant then lubricate ball grooves.
3. Position boot over Birfield joint assembly ensuring boot is not collapsed, then install boot clamps.

Double Offset Joint

1. Install small boot clamp center shaft, then install boot and slide towards Birfield joint assembly.
2. Install case small diameter side first onto center shaft, then install ball retainer and secure with snap ring, Fig. 12.
3. Line up ball guide of cage with projected portion of ring on ball retainer, then turn cage half pitch. Align track on ball retainer with cage window and place six balls in position, Fig. 11.
4. Fill boot half way with suitable lubricant and install over Double Offset Joint assembly ensuring it does not collapse, then install boot clamps.