Summit Wagon FWD L4-1795cc 1.8L SOHC (1994)
Constant Velocity Joint: Service and Repair
Double Offset Joint Type
When servicing the drive axle, do not disassemble the Birfield bell type or Rzeppa type constant velocity joint, as components on this type joint are
precision fitted and are replaced only as a unit.
Disassemble
1. Remove Double Offset Joint (DOJ) boot bands, then remove circlip using a suitable screwdriver.
Fig.6 Exploded View Of Double Offset Joint Type Front Drive Axle
2. Remove DOJ outer race from DOJ joint assembly.
3. Remove snap ring, then remove DOJ inner race, cage and balls as an assembly. Clean bearing assembly without disassembling them.
4. Wind tape around drive axle splines, then remove DOJ and Birfield joint boot band and slide boots from drive axle. When inspecting Birfield
joint, note amount of grease removed for reassembly.
Assemble
A special grease containing Molybdenum is used to lubricate the drive axle double offset joint and the Birfield joint. This special grease is included in
the drive axle repair kit and must be used.
1. Wrap tape around drive axle splines to prevent damage to boots, then install Birfield joint and DOJ boots.
2. Apply special grease to DOJ joint assembly.
3. Install DOJ joint assembly on drive axle with chamfered side of cage facing splined end of shaft, then install snap ring.
4. Apply 1.4-2.1 ounces of special Molybdenum grease to double offset joint outer race, then position outer race on drive axle.
5. Apply an additional .7-1.4 ounce of special Molybdenum grease to DOJ boot, then install clip.
6. Add amount of special Molybdenum grease to Birfield joint as removed during disassembly and inspection.
7. Install boots and boot bands for each joint. When installing boot bands for DOJ, position bands, so dimension A is 3.5inches on two wheel drive
models or 3.3 inches on four wheel drive models.
