Constant Veloicity Joint For Propeller Shaft

Removing Joint: Remove complete propeller shaft, refer to Drive/Propeller Shaft, Service and Repair.
Remove hose clamp.





Lift out circlip (1).
Installation note:
Replace circlip.





Push back boot.
Apply Special Tool 26 1 070.
Pull off constant-velocity joint using a standard puller.





Installing joint:
Fill new constant-velocity joint with 80 grams of suitable grease.

Note: Do not cant inner race and cage as balls would fall out.





Clean splines to free them of grease and coat with suitable bolt cement.

Caution: Keep bolt cement out of ball grooves.





Drive constant-velocity joint onto propeller shaft using Special Tool 23 1 040.





Install circlip (1).

Note: Ensure correct seating and a tight fit.





Pull boot onto propeller shaft.
Install hose clamp on boot and tighten.





Assembly of Constant-Velocity Joint
1 Transporting cap
2 Retaining ring
3 Constant-velocity joint
4 Seal
5 End cover
6 Boot
7 Propeller shaft
8 Bolt
9 Washer