ZEST BOLT Service Manual

DRIVETRAIN-TA65 Star 70 6. Remove the tripot spider assembly from the axle shaft as showing below figure. If required tab the spider assembly gently using a nylon mallet. 7. Clean the following items thoroughly with cleaning solvent. Remove all traces of old grease and any contaminates. a. Tripot balls b. Needle rollers c. Housing Dry all the parts. Inspect these parts for damage or wear.( If any of the parts are damaged, the entire sub- assembly along with the outer housing needs to be replaced.) After this remove the rubber boot from the axle shaft. ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE: 1. Install the new small seal retaining clamp on the neck of the seal. Do not crimp the small seal retaining clamp. Slide the tripot seal into the axle shaft, passing over the seal grooves of the axle shaft towards the CV end of the axle. 2. Place the tripot spider assembly on to the drive axle shaft. Assemble the spider assembly to the axle shaft and tap gently if required. Insert the new circlip ring using the plier Important: Ensure that the ring is fully seated in the groove on the axle.