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Housing/Spider Separation

3. Check driveshaft joint boot grease for contamination if replacing boot by rubbing between two fingers. A gritty feeling indicates grease

contamination. If grease appears contaminated, proceed with complete CV joint disassembly and inspection. If driveshaft joint is operating
satisfactorily and grease does not appear to be contaminated, replace only grease and driveshaft joint boot.

Stop Ring

4. Slide driveshaft joint boot back on interconnecting shaft, then move stop ring back on interconnecting shaft using suitable snap ring pliers.

Removing Stop Ring

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