Tahoe 4WD V8-393 6.5L DSL Turbo VIN S (1995)
Universal Joint: Service and Repair
Cross & Roller Type
Fig. 1 Production Type Universal Joints Which Use Nylon Injection Rings In Place Of Snap Rings
Fig. 2 Service Type Universal Joints (Internal Snap Ring Type)
Production universal joints cannot be reassembled because there are no bearing retainer grooves in the production bearing caps, Figs. 2 and 3.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Mark shaft for assembly reference.
2. Support shaft in a horizontal line with universal joint bearing separator tool No. J 9522-3, equivalent or suitable vice.
Fig. 4 External Snap Ring Universal Joint.
3. On models with external snap rings, remove snap rings, Fig. 4. If ring does not snap out of groove, relieve pressure on ring by tapping lightly on
bearing cap.
