OEM Cadillac Escalade ESV Universal Joint

Cadillac Escalade ESV Universal Joint Parts and Q&A

• Universal Joints
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  Q: How to replace a universal joint on Cadillac Escalade ESV?

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  When replacing the Universal Joint always keep the propeller shaft in horizontal position through clamping a single yoke to avoid harming the Slip Yoke sealing surface. Strike the yoke gently with a hammer to release pressure on its Universal Joint retaining ring before using pliers to take out the ring. Help position the propeller shaft over the press correctly and secure the Universal Joint bearing separator with its specific size socket in the opposite spot as item j-9522-3. To take the universal bearing out of the yoke apply j-9522-3 - separator and the press at once. Place the j-9522-5 u-joint bearing spacer remover on the Universal Joint and combine it with both j-9522-3 separator and j-9522-5 remover to take off the bearing through the press. Turn the propeller shaft once more and apply this same joint removal procedure to the remaining Universal Joint. Replace both items at once since the damaged Slip Yoke affects the Universal Joint. Take out the Slip Yoke from the propeller shaft while also removing the retaining ring from the Slip Yoke. Use the j-9522-3 and j-9522-5 separators with a press to remove the universal bearing from the yoke and then take the spider from the Slip Yoke for complete cleaning of the parts. Place the universal bearings in opposite sides of the yoke on the propeller shaft and thread the Universal Joint spider until it seats. Press it evenly with the yoke. Place the retaining ring into the yoke and turn the propeller shaft before doing the same steps for the other bearing. When the Universal Joint sticks it needs the yoke to receive a delicate tap. Add the rest of the universal bearings to their places and secure them with electrical tape before placing the propeller shaft. Place the spider unit in the yoke and install universal bearings before pressing one unit fully down until the yoke appears level. Put the retaining ring into the Slip Yoke then rotate it to install it in the opposite bearing. After placing the propeller shaft yoke into its slot press the Universal Joint bearing into the yoke and install its retaining ring inside the shaft. Turn the propeller shaft and repeat this process for both bearings as you keep tapping the joint to check its movement.
• Universal Joints
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  Q: What tools are needed to service and repair the universal joint with a nylon injected ring on Cadillac Escalade ESV?

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  Repair or service the universal joint containing a nylon ring by using tool set J 9522-3 and J 9522-5. Two necessary tools include U Joint Bearing Separator (J 9522-3) and U Joint Bearing Spacer Remover (J 9522-5). The first step should include supporting the propeller shaft horizontally on a press but avoid clamping the tubing in a vise because this could cause damage. Record clear markings at both ends of the propeller shaft to maintain the correct orientation. Set the universal joint within the lower yoke ear on a 30 mm (1 1/8 inch) socket. Proceed by using the U Joint Bearing Separator (J 9522-3) to divide the plastic retaining ring on the bearing cup before pressing the lower bearing cup out of the yoke ear. The U Joint Bearing Spacer Remover (J 9522-5) allows users to press out remaining bearing cups by placing it between the seal and the cup. The propeller shaft rotation will force the opposite bearing cup to exit before removing the cross piece as well as any leftover universal joint elements. Check the retaining ring grooves together with bearing cup bores for any signs of damage before cleaning them both. To assemble the yoke you must first drive a bearing cup into one yoke side while you position the cross to accept the trunnion without restriction. Pressibrate the bearing cup until it fully masters the yoke ear then perform these steps for the other side making sure trunnions maintain correct alignment. Check the needle bearings for misalignment in case binding takes place. Use the press tool to drive the bearing retainer groove out of the yoke before installing the retainer snap ring. A dead blow hammer can help you set the retainer correctly if required. Application of chassis grease to the snap ring may help its correct positioning within the bearing cup groove.