Shaft
If runout, cracks, or damage is found, replace the shaft.
Cases and clamps
If cracks are found, replace the cover.
In case of removal, the clamps of the covers should be replaced with new ones.
Fixed Hinge Assembly
Check that the joint rotates smoothly and that there is no excessive play in the axial direction.
Make sure there are no foreign particles inside the hinge.
Caution: If the hinge assembly components are defective, replace the entire hinge assembly.
Type D movable joint housing
Check for damage or excessive wear on the ball rolling surface.
Check if the thread on the shaft is damaged.
Check if the fastening elements of the cover are deformed.
Clip
Check for damage to the sliding surface or other defects.
Steel balls
Check for damage or excessive wear.
Inner ring
Check for damage to the rolling surface of the balls or other defects.
Check if the spline is damaged.
Thrust bearing
Check for damage, excessive wear or other defects.
Check for cracks or damage on the support bearing housing.
Body of the movable hinge type T
If the roller contact surface on the body or spider side is scratched or worn, replace the body and spider assembly.
If the cross rollers have excessive play around the periphery, or if they are binding, replace the cross assembly.
Marking is embossed on the cross roller (see fig.), corresponding to the catalog part number. Select a suitable replacement part with the same part number from the table below.
If defects are found in the components, replace the hinge assembly.
In the case of replacing the body, the cross assembly and the hinge assembly are changed as a set.