Disassembly (Cross Groove Joint (A/T Model Only)

NOTE: Refer to the exploded view as needed during following procedure. See Fig 1
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1. Remove the large seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.
2. Remove the small seal retaining clamp. See Fig 2 . Discard the clamp.
3. Degrease the joint.
4. Remove the shaft retaining ring using the snap ring pliers (J-8059). See Fig 3 .
5. Remove the axle shaft from the joint assembly.
6. Remove the seal from the joint assembly. See Fig 4 .

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Cross Groove Joint (A/T Model)

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Fig 2: Removing Small Seal Retaining Clamp

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Fig 3: Removing Shaft Retaining Ring

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Fig 4: Removing Seal From Joint Assembly

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