Subaru SVX 1992 Manual page 704

4-2 [W2CO] WHEELS AND AXLES
4) Remove FTJ outer race from shaft ASSY .
5) Wipe off grease.
The grease is a special grease. Do not confuse with
other greases.
6) Place alignment mark on free ring and trunnion .
C4-219
Fig . 50
7) Remove free ring from trunnion .
8) Place alignment mark on trunnion and shaft .
C4-342
Fig . 51
9) Remove snap ring and trunnion .
Fig . 52
Be sure to wrap shaft splines with vinyl tapeto prevent
boot from scratches .
10) Remove FTJ boot .
11) Remove BJ boot band and boot .
C: INSPECTION
Check the removed parts for damage, wear, corrosion,
etc . If faulty, repair or replace .
1) FTJ (Free-ring tripod joint) and BJ (Bell Joint)
Check seizure, corrosion, damage, wear and excessive
play.
2) Shaft
Check excessive bending, twisting damage and wear .
3) Boot
Check for wear, warping, breakage or scratches.
4) Grease
Check for discoloration or fluidity .
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