Lumina V6-3.1L VIN J (2000)
10. Position the CV joint cage (4) and the CV joint inner race 90 degrees to the centerline of the CV joint outer race (1) and align the CV joint cage
windows (3) with the lands of the CV joint outer race (1).
11. Remove the CV joint cage (4) and the CV joint inner race from the CV joint outer race (1).
12. Rotate the CV joint inner race 90 degrees to the centerline of the CV joint cage with the lands of the CV joint inner race (1) aligned with the
windows of the CV joint cage (2).
13. Pivot the inner race into the cage window (2) and remove the inner race (1).
14. Clean the following items thoroughly with cleaning solvent:
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The inner and outer race assemblies
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The CV joint cage
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The balls
15. Remove all traces of old grease and any contaminates.
16. Dry all the parts.
Assembly Procedure
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Tools Required
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J35910 Earred Clamp Tool
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J41048 Small Swage Tool
1. Place the new swage ring (2) onto the small end of the joint boot (1). Slide the boot (1) and the swage ring (2) onto the halfshaft bar.
2. Position the small end of the boot (1) into the boot groove (3) on the halfshaft bar.