XG 350 V6-3.5L (2002)
4. Remove the tulip assembly from the driveshaft.
5. Using a snap ring expander, remove the snap ring.
6. Place matchmarks on the tripod and joint shaft.
7. Using a brass bar and hammer, remove the tripod from the joint shaft.
8. Remove the A.C boot clamps and pullout the G.I. boot and A.C. boot.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
1. Check the driveshaft spline part for wear or damage.
2. Check for entry of water and/or foreign material into A.C.
3. Check the tripod assembly for roller rotation, wear or corrosion.
4. Check the groove inside tulip for wear or corrosion.
REASSEMBLY
1. Wrap tape around the driveshaft splines (G.I. side) to prevent damage to the boots as they are installed.