Checks

CHECKS

Degrease the joint components with fuel oil and check the balls and their housings for traces of wear and cracks. Check the shaft for distortion, cracks and signs of wear.

REFITTING THE JOINT ON THE GEARBOX SIDE

1. Fit a new boot on the axle shaft.
2. If previously dis-assembled, re-assemble the joint components as illustrated.
3. Fill the boot and grease the joint with 120 g of the specified grease.
4. Fit the joint on the gearbox side.
5. Fit the flexible retainer ring.

A = highest distance between ball housings
B = smallest distance between ball housings

1. Using tool n° 1.820.082.000 fit the inner boot clamp.

DIS-ASSEMBLY OF THE JOINT ON THE WHEEL SIDE

1. Fasten the axle shaft in a vice complete with protective jaws.
2. Remove the boot clamps on the wheel side.

When refitting, change the boot and clamps.

1. Remove the flexible retainer ring.
2. Using tools N° 1.821.165.000 and N° 1.821.161.000, remove the joint from the axle shaft.

1. Using tool N° 1.820.084.000 fit the outer boot clamp.