Axle assy snap ring. Right. A Ring or clip with a hole in each end (that is spread apart usingie special plrs) and is used to retain the Axle Shaft. A Ring usually made from spRing steel that has a gap between the ends and is used to hold the CV Axle Shaft Carrier BeaRing in place. CV Joint Clip. CV Joint Retaining Ring. Drive Axle Shaft Lock C-Clip. Drive Shaft Snap Ring. Part cannot be reused/reinstalled. Assembly retainer. HOLE. CV Joint Retaining. CV Shaft Carrier Bea Retaining. Drive Shaft Lock C - Clip. Prop Shaft. Support bracket.