Universal Joint - Single Cardan, Slip Yoke

Removal & Installation

To Remove:

CAUTION
Do not clamp the driveshaft in a vise. The driveshaft tube may deform or fracture causing driveshaft failure.

1. Carefully place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench.
2. Mark the yoke in relationship to the tube so it can be assembled in the original position to maintain balance.
3. Remove the snap rings.
4. Clamp the special tool (205-086) in a vise.

   NOTE: If needed, any bearing cup that doesn’t press out all the way can be removed using pliers.

5. Using the special tool (205-086), remove the bearing cups, flange, and spider.

   Use the special tool to press in the bearing cups

6. Make sure the yoke area at the end of the driveshaft is clean.

To Install:

NOTE: Only install a universal joint kit as an assembly. Do not utilize components from other kits.

1. Install a new spider with bearing cups.
2. Examine the flange. If needed, install a new flange.
3. Install the flange with new bearing cups.

   NOTE: Use the snap rings in the kit to assemble the universal joint (U-joint). Use the yellow snap rings, but if they won’t fit use the black snap rings.

4. Remove the driveshaft from the special tool and install the new snap rings.

   CAUTION
   Do not strike the bearings.

5. Check the movement of the U-joint to make sure it moves freely. If it doesn’t, hit the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.