Rear Drive Shaft Disassembly (U-Joint Style); U-Joint Inspection - Rear Drive Shafts - Polaris Trail Blazer Service Manual

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Rear Drive Shaft Disassembly (U-Joint Style)

NOTE:U-joint style drive shafts must be aligned properly to avoid vibration. Before disassembling driveshaft, be

sure to mark the shaft and all U-joints, taking note of the position of grease fittings to ensure access after assem-

1. Remove shaft boot clamp.

2. Separate drive shaft halves.

3. Inspect the inner and outer splines.

4. Refer to page 7.26 for axle cardan U-Joint service

procedure. When disassembling U-Joint, the yoke

bore alignment must be inspected as outlined

NOTE: When rebuilding rear drive shaft U-Joints it is necessary to inspect the yoke cap bores for alignment or

warpage. If a yoke cap bore is warped or twisted, the yoke must be replaced.

1. Make sure yoke bores are free of nicks or burrs from

disassembly.

2. Slide the appropriate tool through both bores as

shown. Hold the tool so the flat portion is in line with

the yoke centerline.

Yoke Alignment Tools

Large Yoke (1.060")

Small Yoke (.9958")

3. Pull tool out and turn 90°. Slide tool through both

bores. Tool must slide freely into both bores. If yoke

tool does not slide freely in both bores, replace yoke.

Rear Drive Shaft Service (U-Joint Style)

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