9-5 (9600) L4-2.3L Turbo (B235) (2001)
Constant Velocity Joint: Service and Repair
Outer Joint
IMPORTANT: For all work on drive shafts and universal joints, the utmost cleanliness must be observed to avoid dirt and dust getting into the
universal joints. Surfaces around the drive shafts and universal joints must therefore be thoroughly cleaned before work is started.
To Dismantle
1. Check that the shaft and gaiter are clean. Secure the drive shaft in a vice.
2. Undo the outer universal joint clips and push the gaiter some way up the shaft.
3. Remove grease from the universal joint.
4. Tap off the universal joint using a plastic hammer.
To Assemble
1. Fit a new rubber gaiter on shaft.
2. Fill the universal joint with 120g of special grease part no. (16) 87 81 676, sen+
3. Press the drive shaft into the universal joint. 4 Place the new rubber gaiter in the correct position and fit new clips.
Cleaning