FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE) (2006)
18. Install large-diameter side of boot to gear housing assembly.
19. Install small-diameter side of boot to the mounting groove of inner socket boot.
20. Install boot clamp to the small-diameter side of boot.
21. Install boot clamp to the large-diameter side of boot.
NOTE: Do not reuse boot clamp.
a. Tighten large-diameter side of RH/LH boot with boot clamp (stainless wire).
Wire length L: 390 mm (15.35 inch)
b. After wrapping clamp around boot groove for two turns, insert screwdriver in loop on both ends of wire. Twist 4 to 4.5 turns while pulling
with a force of approximately 98 N (10 kg, 22 lbs.).
c. Twist boot clamp as shown in the figure, pay attention to relationship between winding and twisting directions.
22. Install cylinder tubes to gear housing assembly.
23. Install lock nut and outer socket to inner socket.