Impala V6-3.8L VIN K (2004)
4. Position the inboard end of the halfshaft assembly (1) using J41048.
Notice: Do not cut through the wheel drive shaft inboard seal during service. Cutting through the seal may damage the sealing surface of the housing
and the tripot bushing. Damage to the sealing surface may lead to water and dirt intrusion and premature wear of the constant velocity joint.
5. Align the swage ring (2) by performing the following steps:
5.1.
Place the top half of J 41048 on the lower half of J41048.
Important: Align the following items:
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The inboard seal (1)
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The housing
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The swage ring (2)
5.2.
Insert the bolts.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
5.3.
Tighten the bolts by hand until snug.
^ Tighten each bolt 180 degrees at a time using a ratchet wrench. Alternate between each bolt until both sides are bottomed.
5.4.
Loosen the bolts.
5.5.
Separate the dies.
5.6.
Check the swage ring (2) for any "lip" deformities. If present, place the ring (2) back into the J41048 ensuring the swage ring (2) covers the
whole swaging area.
5.7.
Re-swage the swage ring (2).
