Monte Carlo V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (2004)
6. Spread spacer ring (2) using J 8059.
7. Slide the spacer ring (3) and the tripot joint spider (2) back on the halfshaft bar (4).
8. Remove the halfshaft bar retaining ring (1) from the groove on the halfshaft bar.
9. Slide tripot joint spider assembly (2) off of the halfshaft bar (4).
10. Clean the tripot joint spider assembly (2) and the housing thoroughly with cleaning solvent.
11. Remove all traces of old grease and any contaminates. Dry all the parts.
12. Remove the trilobal tripot bushing from the housing. Discard the old trilobal tripot bushing.
13. Remove the spacer ring (3) and the seal from the halfshaft bar (4).
14. Inspect the following parts for damage or wear:
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The inboard seal
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The tripot joint spider assembly (2)
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The housing
Assembly Procedure
1. Install the new swage ring (2) on the neck of the inboard seal (1). Do not swage.
2. Slide the halfshaft inboard seal (1) onto the halfshaft bar.
3. Position the neck of the halfshaft inboard seal (1) in the seal groove (3) on the halfshaft bar.