Equinox AWD V6-3.4L (2008)
The gap should not exceed 2.15 mm (0.85 in).
5. Put a light coat of grease from the service kit on the bearing roller grooves of the inner race (1) and outer race (2).
6. Using pliers, install the CV joint retaining ring to the wheel drive shaft.
7. Place approximately half the grease from the service kit inside the outboard boot and pack the CV joint with the remaining grease.
8. Place a block of wood against the CV joint spindle and tap on the block of wood until the CV joint inner race engages the retaining ring.
9. Slide the large diameter of the boot over the outside of the CV race and locate the lip of the boot in the housing groove.
10. Install the large boot retaining clamp over the boot and close using the J 35910 .
11. Inspect the gap dimension on the clamp ear. Continue tightening until the gap dimension is reached.
Dimension equals 1.9 mm (5/64 in).
12. Remove the wheel drive shaft from the bench vise.
13. Distribute the grease within the outer CV joint by rotating the joint in a circular motion 4 to 5 times.
