Dakota 4WD V6-239 3.9L Magnum (1996)
Double Cardan Binding Condition Relief At Point B
Double Cardan Binding Condition Relief At Point C
5. Continue to press until opposite retaining ring can be snapped into place. If difficulty is encountered, strike yoke firmly at locations shown to
spring yoke ears slightly.
6. If necessary, lubricate center ball and socket and assemble other half universal joint.
Disassemble
1. Remove all bearing cap retainers.
2. Mark bearing caps, spiders, propeller shaft yoke, link yoke and socket yoke for assembly reference.
3. Remove bearing caps attaching front spider to link yoke as follows:
a. Use a 5/8 inch socket to drive the bearing cap and a 1 1/16 inch socket to receive opposite bearing cap as it is driven out.
b. Place 5/8 inch socket on one bearing cap and 1 1/16 inch socket on opposite bearing.
c. Position assembly in vise so vise jaws bear directly against sockets.
d. Tighten vise to press first bearing cap out of link yoke.
e. Loosen vise, reposition sockets and press opposite bearing cap out of link yoke.
4. Disengage driveshaft yoke from link yoke.
5. Remove bearing caps attaching front spider to propeller shaft as described in step 3 above.
6. Remove front spider from yoke.
7. Remove bearing caps attaching rear spider to link yoke as outlined in step 3 above and remove spider and socket yoke from link yoke.
8. Clean all parts in solvent and wipe dry. Inspect assembly for damage or wear. If any component is worn or damaged, the entire assembly must be
replaced.
Assemble
When assembling universal joint, ensure to align marks made during disassembly.
