Spicer 2007 Spicer Driveshafts Service Manual - Manual (Page 3)

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Safety
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Safety
Note: Spicer 10 Series™ Driveshafts are found on vehicles
throughout the world. Therefore, this manual includes
worldwide terminology.
General Safety
The following WARNINGS and CAUTIONS should be read and
understood before attempting any service or repair on the var-
ious components of the driveshaft assembly.
Under no circumstances should individuals attempt to per-
form driveline service and/or maintenance procedures for
which they have not been trained or do not have the proper
tools or equipment.
Failure to take common sense, precautionary measures
when working on a vehicle or other machinery could result
in property damage, serious personal injury, or death. To
avoid property damage, serious personal injury, or death,
please follow basic safety rules as noted below.
1. ALWAYS wear safety glasses when performing
maintenance or service. Failure to do so can result in
personal injury and/or partial or complete vision
loss.
2. NEVER perform service or maintenance tasks under-
neath a vehicle while the engine is running. Be sure
the vehicle engine is off and the keys are removed
from the ignition.
3. NEVER perform service or maintenance tasks under-
neath a vehicle that is not on a level or flat surface.
4. NEVER work on a driveshaft without blocking the
vehicle wheels and releasing all parking brakes.
5. ALWAYS wear gloves when handling parts with
sharp edges or abrasive surfaces.
6. NEVER lift a vehicle without the appropriate weight-
rated vehicle-lift equipment. Always properly support
the vehicle with appropriate weighted support equip-
ment.
7. NEVER remove a driveshaft from a vehicle without
keeping the transmission in neutral.
Spicer 10 Series™ Driveshaft assemblies can weigh in
excess of 100 pounds (46 kilograms). Be sure to use proper
lifting techniques when handling Spicer 10 Series™ Drive-
shaft assemblies. More than one person may be needed
when handling driveshaft assemblies.
8. ALWAYS use support straps to prevent the driveshaft
from falling out of the vehicle during the removal and
installation process.
Note: This manual does not discuss the removal and installa-
tion of Spicer 10 Series™ Driveshaft assemblies from
the vehicle. It only covers the disassembly and reassem-
bly of component parts of the driveshaft assembly.
Please refer to the original-equipment manufacturer’s
service documentation for removal and installation pro-
cedures.
9. NEVER heat components, and never use sledgeham-
mers or floor jacks to remove the driveshaft from the
vehicle.
Note: For driveshaft applications that have pillow blocks,
dampers, parking brakes, or retarders, refer to these compo-
nent manufacturers’ or the original equipment manufacturer’s
service manuals for the proper procedures. NEVER perform
any unauthorized procedures that will change the discon-
nected properties of Spicer products.
ROTATING DRIVESHAFTS
• Rotating auxiliary driveshafts are dangerous. You
can snag clothes, skin, hair, hands, etc. This can
cause serious injury or death.
• Do not go under the vehicle when the engine is run-
ning.
• Do not work on or near an exposed shaft when
engine is running.
• Shut off engine before working on power take-off or
driven equipment.
• Exposed rotating driveshafts must be guarded.
CAUTION
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CAUTION
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