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How to Install the Drive Shaft Flange Yoke

Apr 21, 2023

The installation method of the transmission shaft universal joint is as follows:

 

1. Lift the front end of the vehicle with a jack. Place the jack at the front of the frame for stability. Drain transmission fluid to prevent leakage. Fill the transmission plug;

 

2. Prepare a container for the fluid and disconnect the drain plug of the transmission. Ensure the integrity of the drive shaft assembly by creating reference markers. Remove the mounting clamp or bolt to drive the drive shaft;

 

3. Remove the drive shaft from the transmission by removing the shackles. The needle roller bearings that prevent collision are fixed with adhesive tape. Stabilize at the secondary drive shaft. Delete the tape. Remove the bearing from the yoke through the dismounting ring;

 

4. Use different sized sockets and vise provided with levers to keep the bearing cover away from the yoke. Push the lid onto the assembly with pliers. Flip the shaft around the vice and repeat at the other end;

 

5, will be from the two yoke and drive shaft of the universal joint. Remove all dirt and debris from the entire drive shaft assembly to ensure it is completely clean. Apply a small amount of grease to the replacement cover. Insert the bearing cover part into the yoke and replace the bearing cover;

 

6. Install the universal joint into the cover. Partially insert anticap. Line up the gimbal and push the cover into place with a press. Insert the clasp. Position the drive shaft. Make sure the yoke is properly aligned with the drive shaft.

 

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