Cobalt L4-2.4L VIN B (2006)
17. Remove the inner race (1) from the cage (2) by rotating the inner race (1) upward.
18. Clean the following items thoroughly with cleaning solvent. Remove all traces of old grease and any contaminates.
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The inner and outer race assemblies
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The CV joint cage
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The chrome alloy balls
19. Dry all the parts.
20. Check the CV joint assembly for the following items:
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Unusual wear
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Cracks
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Damage
21. Replace any damaged parts.
22. Clean the shaft. Use a wire brush to remove any rust in the grooves of the seal mounting area.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the new swage ring (2) on the neck of the outboard seal (1). Do not swage.
2. Slide the outboard seal (1) onto the shaft and position the neck of the outboard seal (1) in the seal groove on the shaft. The largest groove below
the sight groove on the shaft is the seal groove (3).
