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Constant Velocity Joint Description


The Constant Velocity (CV) joint allows the driveline angle adjustment with up and down movement of the vehicle without disturbing the power flow. The CV joint is composed of the following components:
^ An outer bearing retainer
^ A flange
^ A spring
^ A cap
^ A circlip
^ An inner bearing assembly
^ A wire ring

The inner bearing assembly includes the following components:
^ A bearing cage
^ Six ball bearings
^ An inner race