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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. Grease.

Insert sealing washer (1) in constant velocity joint.





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

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.