CJ joint replacement

CASHJACK

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2003 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
4.2L
V6
2WD
AUTOMATIC
255,000 MILES

How do I replace/repair cj joint shaft assembly. Every time I turn to right loud popping. Maybe damage inside of cj joint.

Monday, March 9th, 2020 AT 10:59 AM

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ASEMASTER6371

MECHANIC
52,797 POSTS

Good afternoon,

I attached pictures and the procedure for removing the axle shaft.

I would recommend replacing the axle shaft assembly. I attached a part from rock auto for under 50 for the part.

Roy

Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.

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2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.

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3. Remove the engine protection shield.

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4. Remove the wheel speed sensor wiring harness from the retainers.

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5. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor from the harness.

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6. Remove the retaining bolt for the front brake hose.

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7. Remove the front stabilizer bar link from the lower control arm.

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8. Remove the upper shock module retaining from the shock tower.

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9. Remove the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.

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10. Remove the left and right upper ball joint pinch bolt and nut.
11. Remove the shock module from the shock tower.
12. Remove the steering knuckle from the upper control arm.
13. Remove the front wheel drive axle from the steering knuckle.

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14. Using mechanics wire or hook, support the front shock module/steering knuckle to the frame.

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15. Disconnect the left side wheel drive shaft from the differential carrier assembly by placing a brass drift against the tripot housing. Firmly strike the brass drift outward from the case with a hammer. Strike hard enough to overcome the snap ring pressure holding in the shaft.

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16. Disconnect the right side wheel drive shaft from the clutch fork housing assembly by placing a brass drift against the tripot housing. Firmly strike the brass drift outward from the case with a hammer. Strike hard enough to overcome the snap ring pressure holding in the shaft.
17. Pull the wheel drive shaft straight out from the differential carrier assembly or the clutch fork housing assembly.
18. Remove the wheel drive shaft.

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