S10/T10 Blazer 4WD V6-4.3L VIN W (1997)
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If the ring does not readily snap out of the groove in the yoke, tap the end of the bearing cup lightly to relieve the pressure from the ring. Place
the universal joint so that the lower ear of the yoke is supported on a 1 1/8 inch (30 mm) socket.
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Place J 9522-3 on the open horizontal bearing cups and press the lower bearing cup out of the yoke ear. If the bearing cup is not completely
removed, lift the cross and insert tool J 9522-5 between the seal and bearing cup being removed and continue to press it out of the yoke.
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Rotate the propeller shaft and press the opposite bearing cup out of the yoke.
DISASSEMBLE
1. The cross from the yoke.
2. Remaining universal joint parts from the yoke.
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If the front universal joint is being replaced, remove the bearing cups in the slip yoke in the same manner.
Inspect
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The retaining ring grooves for dirt, corrosion, or pieces of the old ring.
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The bearing cup bores for burrs or imperfections.
Clean
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The retaining ring grooves.
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Corrosion, dirt, rust, or pieces of the old retaining ring may prevent the bearing cups from being pressed into place or prevent the bearing retainers
from being properly seated.
ASSEMBLE
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Remove the bearing cups from the universal joint and use your finger to coat the needle bearings in the bearing cup with a thin layer of chassis
grease.
