STS AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
9. Remove the retaining ring using J8059, or equivalent, and discard the old retaining ring.
10. Reference mark the position of the tripot spider (1) on the wheel drive shaft bar (2).
Important: Accurately reference mark the tripot spider position on the wheel drive shaft bar before disassembly.
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
