W350 1 Ton Pickup 4WD V8-360 5.9L VIN 1 4-bbl (1988)
6.
Pry seal from ball cavity, then remove washers, spring and shoes.
Ball Socket
Fig. 10 Removing centering ball
1.
To remove ball, separate universal joint between coupling yoke and flange yoke by pressing out trunnion bearing in coupling yoke. Pull flange
yoke and cross with ball socket from centering ball as a unit.
2.
Clean and inspect ball seat insert bushing for wear. If worn, replace flange yoke and cross assembly.
3.
Pry seal from ball cavity, then remove washers, spring and ball seats.
4.
Clean and inspect centering ball surface, seal, ball seats, spring and washer. If parts are worn or broken, replace with a service kit.
5.
Remove centering ball as shown using components of tool C-4365 or equivalent. Install components as shown, and draw ball off ball stud.
Assembly
Fig. 5 Alignment punch marks
During assembly, ensure that marks made during disassembly, are aligned to maintain balance.
1.
To install centering ball onto stud, use tool C-4365 or equivalent, and drive ball until it can be seen that ball has seated firmly against shoulder at
base of stud.
