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9. Remove the retaining ring using J 8059, or equivalent, and discard the old retaining ring.

Important:  Accurately reference mark the tripot spider position on the wheel drive shaft bar before disassembly.

10. Reference mark the position of the tripot spider (1) on the wheel drive shaft bar (2).
11. Using a brass drift and hammer, carefully tap around the tripot spider face to remove the tripot spider (1) from the wheel drive shaft bar.
12. Remove the joint seal from the wheel drive shaft bar.
13. Inspect the following parts for damage and/or wear:

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The wheel drive shaft inboard seal

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The tripot joint spider assembly

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The housing

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The trilobal tripot bushing

Assembly Procedure

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