B4000 SE Cab Plus 4WD V6-4.0L OHV (1997)
7. Install the new clamps using Clamp Pliers T63P-9171-A, or equivalent making sure the clamp tabs are located in the dust boot slots.
NOTE:
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Use the new original type of clamps when installing the boots. Use of other types of clamps may cause propeller shaft imbalance or grease
leakage due to poor sealing.
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Do not crimp the clamp to the point where the clamp bridge is cut or the boot is damaged.
8. Move the slip yoke in or out in order to position the slip yoke about 25 - 38 mm (1 - 1.5 inch) from the collapsed position, then install the
large clamp.
Centering Yoke And Centering Socket Yoke (6, 7)
1. Pack the socket relief and the ball with grease, then position the center yoke over the spider ends and press in the bearing.
2. Install the snap rings.
3. Install a new rubber seal on the centering ball stud.
4. Position the centering socket yoke on the stud.
5. Place the front spider in the center yoke.
6. With the spider loosely positioned on the center stop, seat the first pair of bearings into the centering socket yoke, then press the second pair
into the centering yoke.
7. Install the snap ring.
8. Apply pressure on the centering socket yoke and install the remaining bearing cup.
Bearing Cup, Spider (2, 3)
NOTE: The spider bosses (or lubrication plugs on kits) must be assembled in their original positions to provide proper clearance.
1. Start the bearing cup into the yoke of the propeller shaft.
2. Position the spider in the propeller shaft yoke and press the bearing cup below the yoke surface using U-Joint Tool T74P-4635-C, or
equivalent.
3. Remove the tool and install a new snap ring.
4. Start a new bearing cup into the opposite side of the yoke.
5. Check the needle rollers for proper position.
6. Position the propeller shaft in the tool and press on the bearing cup until the opposite bearing cup contacts the snap ring.
