GM 26062615 Boot Kit,Front Wheel Drive Shaft Tri, Pot Joint

Park the vehicle on level ground, turn the engine off and set the parking brake. Check the tire pressures. Push down at one corner of the vehicle, then release it while noting the movement of the body. It should stop moving and come to rest in a level position within one or two bounces. If the vehicle continues to move up and down or if it fails to return to its original position, a worn or weak shock absorber is probably the reason. Repeat the above check at each of the three remaining corners of the vehicle. Raise the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Check the shock absorbers for evidence of fluid leakage. A light film of fluid is no cause for concern. Make sure that any fluid noted is from the shocks and not from some other source. If leakage is noted, replace the shocks as a set. Check the shocks to be sure that they are securely mounted and undamaged. Check the upper mounts for damage and wear. If damage or wear is noted, replace the shocks as a set (front or rear). Visually inspect the steering and suspension components (front and rear) for damage and distortion. Look for damaged seals, boots and bushings, and leaks of any kind. Examine the bushings where the control arms meet the chassis. Clean the lower end of the steering knuckle. Have an assistant grasp the lower edge of the tire and move the wheel in and out while you look for movement at the steering knuckle-to-control arm balljoint. If there is any movement the suspension balljoint(s) must be replaced. Grasp each front tire at the front and rear edges, push in at the front, pull out at the rear, and feel for play in the steering system components. If any free play is noted, check the idler arm and the tie-rod ends for looseness. The CV Boot is very important because it prevents dirt, water and foreign material from entering and damaging the constant velocity (CV) joints. Oil and grease can cause the boot material to deteriorate prematurely, so it's a good idea to wash the boots with soap and water because it constantly pivots back and forth following the steering action of the front hub, the outer CV Boot wears out sooner and should be inspected regularly. Inspect the boots for tears and cracks as well as loose clamps. If there is any evidence of cracks or leaking lubricant, they must be replaced.

Follow these steps to perform CV joint maintenance. Remove the drive axle first. If the drive axle has a boot cover, cut off clamps and slide it over the outer CV joint. Place the drive axle in a location with rags so as to avoid damaging the shaft. For the inner CV joint, cut off boot seal retaining clamps and slide boot towards the center of the axle, marking for reinstalling alignment tripod housing and drive axle. Remove spider assembly from axle by removing inner retaining ring and sliding back to expose outer retaining ring. Remove outer retaining ring and slide joint off of drive axle. Use tape or a cloth to secure the spider bearing assembly during removal and installation for both inner and outer CV joints. Clean components inspect replacing worn or damaged parts, apply CV joint grease if necessary. The spider assembly should be reassembled followed by tri-pot housing then collapsed joint dimension adjusted. Tighten clamps just like on installation, fix CV Boot (if applicable). Lightly tap around its circumference to dislodge then remove the seal retainer ring for outer CV joint being careful not to deform it. Cut off boot-to-shaft band, remove snap-ring then slide out joined assembly. After removing old boot mark inner race and cage for proper reassembly alignment; carefully take apart components. All parts should be cleaned inspected, reverse procedure for reassembling CV joint ensuring proper alignment of marks made prior to disassembly. Grease can be packed into assembly; CV Boot installed; inside applied with grease; position CV joint on drive axle; clamp down on CV Boot and seal retainer with clamps securely in place. Lastly, install drive axle to sum up everything.

To inspect a CV boot, first remove it and place it in a vise lined with rags to avoid damage. Check the CV joint for excessive play in the radial direction, which could indicate worn parts, and ensure smooth operation throughout the full range of motion for each joint. If a boot is torn, disassemble the joint, clean the components, and inspect for damage due to loss of lubrication and possible contamination by foreign matter.

To inspect a CV boot, first remove it and place it in a vise lined with rags to avoid damage. Check the CV joint for excessive play in the radial direction, which could indicate worn parts, and ensure smooth operation throughout the full range of motion for each joint. If a boot is torn, disassemble the joint, clean the components, and inspect for damage due to loss of lubrication and possible contamination by foreign matter.

Smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.

Smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.

Remove it and place it in a vise lined with rags to avoid damage.

COMES WITH GREASE AND CLAMPS