Assembly

1. Start a new bearing into the yoke at the rear of the driveshaft.

2. Position the spider in the rear yoke and press the bearing 6.35mm (1/4 inch) below the surface.

3. Remove the tool and install a new snap ring.

4. Start a new bearing into the opposite side of the yoke.




5. Install the U-Joint Tool T74P-4635-C or equivalent, and press on the bearing until the opposite bearing contacts the snap ring.

6. Remove the toll and install a new snap ring.

7. Re-position the driveshaft or coupling shaft and install the spider and two new bearings in the front yoke in the same manner as the rear yoke.

8. Position the flange on the spider and install two new bearings and snap rings.

9. Check the joint for freedom of movement. if a bind has resulted from misalignment during the foregoing procedures, tap the ears of the driveshaft sharply to relieve the bind. Do not install the driveshaft if the U-joints show any signs of binding.

NOTE: The effort required for U-joint movement should not exceed 35 in-lbs when measured with a spring scale.