Optima L4-2.4L (2001)
1. Using a side cutter, cut the G.I. and A.C. big clamps and remove them.
2. Using a brass bar and hammer, remove the G.I. and A.C. small clamps.
3. Place a match marks on the tripod and tulip.
NOTE: Do not punch the mark.
4. Remove the tulip assembly from the drive shaft.
5. Using a snap ring expander, remove the snap ring.
6. Place a matchmark 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 pull out the G.I. boot and A.C. boot.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
1. Check the drive shaft 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
