Escalade V8-5.7L VIN R (2000)
2. Slide the halfshaft boot cover (1) off of the halfshaft, over the CV joint end.
3. Check the halfshaft boot cover (1) for rips, tears, worn spots or other damage. Reuse the halfshaft boot cover (1) if there is no damage visible.
Assembly Procedure
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Tools Required
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J41187 Band-it Type Tool
1. Insert new clamps (3) into the original halfshaft boot cover (1) (if you are reusing the original halfshaft boot cover.
2. Slide the halfshaft boot cover (1) onto the halfshaft assembly (2), starting at the outboard (CV joint) end.
3. Align the inboard clamp (2) on the inboard joint (1). Align the boot cover seam so the seam is straight.
Important: Tighten the boot cover clamp (1) as tight as possible without deforming the retaining clip. Clamps that are not tight enough allow the
cover to slide upon the joint. This causes shortened service life.
