Hummer H3. Manual — part 898

Fig. 15: View Of Small Retaining Ring & Inner Race Assembly
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9. Using pliers J 8059 , spread the small retaining ring (1) located in the cage and inner race

assembly (3). See Special Tools.

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Fig. 16: View Of Inner Race Assembly & Driveshaft Bar
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10. Remove the cage and the inner race assembly (1) from the driveshaft bar (2).

11. Remove the balls.

12. Remove the inner race from the cage.

13. Thoroughly degrease all parts.

14. Remove the seal and discard.

15. Clean the driveshaft bar, Use a wire brush to remove any remove any rust in the seal

mounting areas (grooves).

Check the D/O joint housing for unusual wear, cracks or other damage. Replace the
assembly if any damaged parts are evident.

Installation Procedure

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Fig. 17: Installing Small Retaining Clamp
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1. Install the new small retaining clamp (2) onto the neck of the seal (1).

2. Slide the small retaining clamp and seal to their proper position on the driveshaft bar (3).

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

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3. Secure the small retaining clamp using the pliers J 35910 or equivalent, a breaker bar and a

torque wrench. See Special Tools.

Tighten: Tighten the small retaining clamp (2) to 136 N.m (100 lb ft).

Fig. 18: View Of Inner Race & Components
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4. Place the cage on the table large diameter side up.

5. Place the inner race (2) with retaining ring side up into the cage.

6. Place the six balls (1) in the cage windows.

IMPORTANT: The cage (3) is NOT symmetrical; the larger outside diameter

is the bottom of the cage.

2007 Hummer H3

2007 Driveline/Axle Wheel Drive Shafts - H3