Hombre S Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.3L (1999)
Universal Joint: Service and Repair
Yoke Replacement
YOKE REPLACEMENT
Removal Procedure
Tools Required
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J 23996-2 Ball Puller
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J 9522-3 U Joint Bearing Separator
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J 9522-5 U Joint Bearing Spacer Remover (use with J 9522-3)
Notice: Never clamp propeller shaft tubing in a vise. Clamping propeller shaft tubing in a vise could dent or deform the tube causing an imbalance or
unsafe condition. Always clamp on one of the yokes and support the shaft horizontally. Avoid damaging the slip yoke sealing surface. Nicks may
damage the bushing or cut the lip seal.
Notice: The flange yoke can be replaced without removing bearing cups from the tube yoke or ball support yoke.
1. Remove the bearing cups in the order indicated (1-4). This is the shortest route to the heart of the centering ball system. Perform a close inspection
in order to select the correct service method.
2. Mark all of the yokes before disassembly in order to reassemble the yokes and in order to retain the drive shaft balance.
Important: You may not reassemble production universal joints. The production bearing cups do not have bearing retainer grooves. Discard all
universal joint parts you remove.
