Disassembly Procedure

Fig 1: Removing Small Seal Clamp

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Position wheel drive shaft bar in a soft jawed vise and clamp securely.
Using side cutters, remove and discard the small seal clamp.

Fig 2: Removing Large Seal Retaining Clamp
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Remove large seal retaining clamp using a flat-bladed tool and discard the clamp.

Fig 3: Identifying Tripot Housing, Spider And Shaft
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Separate the seal from the tripot housing at the large diameter and slide the seal away from the joint along the axle shaft.
Wipe the excess grease from the face of the tripot spider and the inside of the tripot housing.
Remove the tripot housing from the spider and shaft.

Fig 4: Identifying Retaining Ring Groove
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Remove the retaining ring from the groove on the wheel drive shaft bar and remove the spider assembly.
Remove the seal from the wheel drive shaft bar.
Thoroughly clean all parts with a suitable solvent, removing all traces of grease and contaminants.
Dry all parts with compressed air.
Inspect the tripot joint components for unusual wear, cracks, and other damage. Replace any damaged components.