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Old 12 Mar 2006, 10:19 am
jim beam
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Default Re: putting CV axle back...darn it!

1bolt_atatime wrote:
> Hi,
> I am replacing a cv axle on a 92 accord.
> I got the old one out w/o problems, but I just cannot seem to manage to
> lock the new one back into the tranny. The splined end goes in 1/2 way
> and then seems to hit on something and not move any further. Is it a
> matter of pure "force" or is there some "trick" to get it into the
> tranny? Is a hammer necessary?
>
> Thanks!
>

the retainer spring [that circlip thing at the end of the splines] is
dropping down in its slot and blocking progress. hold it in place with
a dab of grease - not too much, especially with an automatic. the shaft
should then pop in without undue force.
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