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Introduction

Replacing a CV Joint requires some care and specific tools.

  1. 
With the vehicle resting on the ground, loosen the axle shaft nut and the wheel bolts; With the vehicle suspended, remove the wheel;

Loosen the pivot and tie rod end nuts; Using an extractor, remove the pivot and tie rod end;

Remove the connecting rod;
    • With the vehicle resting on the ground, loosen the axle shaft nut and the wheel bolts; With the vehicle suspended, remove the wheel;

    • Loosen the pivot and tie rod end nuts; Using an extractor, remove the pivot and tie rod end;

    • Remove the connecting rod;

    • Using a lever, force the tray down to disengage the pivot;

    • Pull the axle sleeve to release the Fixed Joint, if necessary, use a polyurethane hammer;

    • Using a spatula, remove the Gearbox Tulip;

  2. 
Remove the hood clamps and remove the tulip tripod;
    • Remove the hood clamps and remove the tulip tripod;

    • Using ring pliers, remove the lock and tripod;

    • Clean the half shaft to avoid grease contamination.

  3. 
Manually assemble the Hood;

Position the Tripod spline on the Half-shaft spline;
    • Manually assemble the Hood;

    • Position the Tripod spline on the Half-shaft spline;

    • Place the lock;

    • Fit the Tripod into the Tulip;

    • Place the hood clamps.

  4. 
Fit the Tulip into the Gearbox;

Place the end of the Fixed Joint into the Hub. Fit the axle sleeve to the pivot. Install the steering terminal;

Tighten the pivot and tie rod nuts. Reinstall the tie rod;
    • Fit the Tulip into the Gearbox;

    • Place the end of the Fixed Joint into the Hub. Fit the axle sleeve to the pivot. Install the steering terminal;

    • Tighten the pivot and tie rod nuts. Reinstall the tie rod;

    • Place the new half-shaft nut, do not reuse the old nut. Position the Wheel and Wheel Bolts.

    • With the vehicle resting on the ground, apply 330 Nm of torque to the axle nut, tighten the wheel nuts;

    • To prevent accidental loosening, crimp the axle nut collar into the recess in the joint.

  5. 
Under no circumstances should you attempt any repair or maintenance for which you have not been trained or if you do not have the tools and equipment to repair it.
    • Under no circumstances should you attempt any repair or maintenance for which you have not been trained or if you do not have the tools and equipment to repair it.

    • Always wear the proper safety glasses when performing any type of maintenance. Failure to wear safety glasses could result in injury and/or partial or complete loss of vision.

    • Always be careful when working with products that have sharp edges.

    • An important part of the work and operation of your workshop is the correct disposal of the products that will be replaced. Do your part and together we contribute to a sustainable future.

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Conclusion

Avoid damage and premature wear, after installing the Half-shaft, check the vehicle's geometry.

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