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GMB 230-0409 Universal Joint - Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint
| Brand | GMB 230-0409 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint |
| Bearing Cap Diameter Axis 1 (in) | 1.0600 |
| Bearing Cap Diameter Axis 2 (in) | 1.0600 |
| Bearing Cap Finish | Machined |
| Greasable | No |
| Grease Zerks Included | No |
| Item Grade | OEM Standard |
| Pre-Greased | Yes |
| Seal Color / Finish | Rubber |
| Seal Material | Nitrile Rubber |
| Snap Ring Type | Outside |
| Universal Joint Cross Material | Chrome-Molybdenum Steel |
| Universal Joint Type | (OSR) Outside Snap Ring Style |
| Fits | Saturn, Chevrolet, and Pontiac · 9 vehicles |
OEM-standard quality. Manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications.
Chrome-moly steel cross. Built for strength and dependable driveline operation.
Pre-greased design. Ready for installation with no added grease needed.
Cross-references Champion Spark Plug 409, SKF UJ409 and 45U0188 for the same application. See all 7.
OE-Standard Universal Joint for Driveline Service
The GMB 230-0409 universal joint is built for driveline repair where OEM-style dimensions and sealed construction matter. It is manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications and is a direct-fit option for select Saturn Vue, Chevrolet Equinox, and Pontiac Torrent rear shaft center and rear joint applications.
With a pre-greased design, machined bearing caps, and an outside snap ring style, this GMB universal joint supports clean, straightforward replacement work on standard-grade driveline service jobs.
Key Features
- Part number 230-0409 universal joint for driveline and axle service
- Fits 2002-2007 Saturn Vue, rear shaft center and rear joint
- Fits 2005-2006 Chevrolet Equinox, rear shaft center and rear joint
- Fits 2006 Pontiac Torrent, rear shaft center and rear joint
- Pre-greased and non-greasable design
- 1.0600 in bearing cap diameter on both axes
- Chrome-molybdenum steel cross material for strength
- Outside snap ring style with machined bearing cap finish
- Nitrile rubber seals with rubber seal finish
- OEM Standard item grade
Detailed Description
GMB 230-0409 is an OE-standard universal joint engineered for rear shaft center and rear joint service on the Saturn Vue, Chevrolet Equinox, and Pontiac Torrent. The joint uses a chrome-molybdenum steel cross, 1.0600-inch bearing cap diameters on both axes, and an outside snap ring configuration to match the specified driveline application. Its sealed, pre-greased construction eliminates the need for a grease zerk and supports maintenance-free operation in standard-grade use.
This part cross-references SKF UJ409 for the same application. The 230-0409 part number is also commonly searched as 2300409 when looking for a replacement universal joint for these vehicles.
What This Part Helps Address
- Driveline vibration from a worn universal joint
- Clunking or clicking during acceleration or deceleration
- Excess play in the rear shaft center or rear joint
- Noise caused by dried-out or damaged joint seals
- Service replacement for a sealed OE-style driveline joint
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm bearing cap diameter, snap ring style, and driveline position before installation. This joint uses an outside snap ring design and is not greasable, so it should be installed as a sealed replacement in the specified rear shaft center and rear joint location. Verify the existing joint orientation and retainers during removal to ensure the replacement matches the original driveline setup.
Quality Assurance
GMB manufactures this universal joint to meet or exceed OEM specifications, with OEM Standard grading for the listed applications. The 230-0409 is built for consistent fit and function in the specified Saturn Vue, Chevrolet Equinox, and Pontiac Torrent driveline positions.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Saturn | Vue | AWD | Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint | Sealed universal joint for standard grade applications. |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Equinox | AWD | Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint | Sealed universal joint for standard grade applications. |
| 2006 | Pontiac | Torrent | AWD | Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint | Sealed universal joint for standard grade applications. |
| 2006 | Saturn | Vue | AWD | Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint | Sealed universal joint for standard grade applications. |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Equinox | AWD | Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint | Sealed universal joint for standard grade applications. |
| 2005 | Saturn | Vue | AWD | Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint | Sealed universal joint for standard grade applications. |
| 2004 | Saturn | Vue | AWD | Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint | Sealed universal joint for standard grade applications. |
| 2003 | Saturn | Vue | AWD | Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint | Sealed universal joint for standard grade applications. |
| 2002 | Saturn | Vue | AWD | Rear Shaft Center and Rear Joint | Sealed universal joint for standard grade applications. |
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