OEM Buick Rainier Universal Joint

Buick Rainier Universal Joint Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Universal Joints
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  Q: How to replace the universal joint with a nylon injected ring on Buick Rainier?

  A: You need two equipment to change the Universal Joint: u joint bearing separator part j9522-3 and u joint bearing spacer remover j9522-5. Place the propeller shaft horizontally on a press device but never lock the tubing in a vise since it could harm the parts. Mark on the propeller shaft to show its two ends: transmission side and rear axle location. Set the Universal Joint onto the socket with one bearing cup resting on the socket edge that measures 30 mm (1 1/8 inch). Practically use the u joint bearing separator j9522-3 to cut the plastic bearing cup retaining ring and drive out the lower bearing cup from the yoke ear. Since the bearing cup will not emerge fully from the seal, place the u joint bearing spacer remover between the seal and cup first before continuing to push the cup out. As you rotate the shaft you push one bearing cup out and mark how the Slip Yoke fits to the tube for reinstalling. Check the bearing cup bores and retaining ring grooves of the cross for damage after its removal. Inspect both the entering and exiting bearing cups carefully for any imperfections. Sweep sheared plastic from the grooves since it blocks the new bearing cups from sitting properly. Place a bearing cup into one end of the yoke and turn down the yoke ear then put together the cross so the trunnion moves easily. Push the bearing cup into one yoke side until it reaches the surface then perform the same action for the other cup while adjusting trunnion position when necessary. Press until the bearing retainer groove touches the yoke then put the retainer in place before completing the press operation. Use a dead blow hammer to barely push the yoke back before placing retainers when they resist seating. Chassis grease will help the snap rings slide into position.