Universal Joint: Service and Repair

Replacing Constant Velocity Joint For Propeller Shaft
Remove propeller shaft.





Lift out retainer.

Installation:
Replace retaining ring.





Drive out knurled pin.

Installation:
Install shims (1).





Press gaiter off constant velocity joint.

Installation:
Inject new grease into constant velocity joint from rubber gaiter and flange sides.


Insert sealing washer (1) in constant velocity joint.





Detach constant velocity joint with special tool 26 1 070 or 261 110.





Installation:
Drive on constant velocity joint with special tool 23 1 040 or 24 1 040 as far as it will go.





Installation:
Shoulder (1) for sealing washer must point to gaiter.
Toothing must be free from grease.
Thread locking: apply Loctite 648.

Caution: Do not apply Loctite to the ball races. Clean toothing and apply a light coating of oil.