Outer CV Joint Bearing Shield

NOTES:
- The front hub/bearing shield on the outer C/V joint is a serviceable component of the outer C/V. If it is damaged in use on a vehicle or during servicing of a driveshaft it can be replaced using the following procedure.

- To remove the bearing shield from the outer C/V joint, the driveshaft assemblies must be removed from the vehicle.

REMOVAL
1. Clamp driveshaft in a vise by the interconnecting shaft.





2. Using a drift tap around the entire edge of the bearing shield until it is removed from the outer C/V Joint.

INSTALLATION
1. Install bearing shield by hand on outer C/V Joint so that it is installed squarely on the C/V joint.





2. Position installer, Special Tool, C-4698-2 and handle, Special Tool, C-4698-1, or equivalent on face of bearing shield.

CAUTION: If bearing shield is not installed flush against the face of the outer C/V joint, interference with





3. Using a hammer, drive the bearing shield on the outer C/V joint until it is flush against the front of the outer C/V joint.