S10/T10 Blazer 4WD V6-4.3L VIN W (1997)
Assemble Outer CV Joint and Seal
1. Inspect all of the parts for unusual wear, cracks, or other damage. Replace the joint assembly if necessary.
2. Put a light coat of the recommended grease on the inner and the outer race grooves.
3. Insert the inner race into the cage by rotating the inner race downward.
A. Hold the inner race at 90° to the centerline of the cage.
B. Align the lands of the inner race with the windows of the cage.
C. Insert the inner race into the cage, by rotating the inner race downward.
4. Insert the cage and inner race into the outer race.
5. Place a brass drift against the cage. Tap gently on the brass drift in order to tilt the cage. Install the first ball when the cage tilts.
6. Repeat step 5 to reinstall all of the balls.
Install the CV Joint Seal and CV Joint Onto the Drive Axle
1. Pack the CV joint seal and the CV joint assembly with the grease supplied in the kit. The amount of grease supplied in this kit has been
pre-measured for this application.
2. Place the new small seal clamp onto the CV joint seal.
3. Place the large retaining clamp on the seal.