Bravada V6-262 4.3L VIN Z (1991)
Tri-pot Housing/Tri-pot Seal Replacement:
Required Tools:
J8059 Snap Ring Pliers.
J35910 Seal Clamp Tool.
1.
Place drive axle in vise (use protective covers over vise jaws).
Figure 10
2.
Remove seal clamp protectors (Figure 10) if used, from inner C/V joint and cut clamp(s) from seal with a pair of side cutters. For swage ring
removal use a hand grinder to cut through the ring (taking care not to damage the housing).
3.
Remove tri-pot housing from drive axle and wipe grease from tri-pot assembly roller bearings and housing. Thoroughly degrease the housing and
allow to dry prior to assembly.
Important:
Handle tri-pot spider assembly with care. Tri-pot balls and needle rollers may separate from spider trunnions.
4.
Slide seal up on the shaft and inspect rollers, needle bearings, and trunnions. Check housing unusual wear, cracks, and other damage. Replace
housing and/or tri-pot assembly as needed.
Figure 11
5.
To remove the spider assembly (also required for seal replacement), spread the spacer ring with tool J8059 or equivalent and slide the ring and
