Protege LX L4-1.6L DOHC (2000)
4. Release any trapped air from the boots by carefully lifting up the small end of each boot with a cloth wrapped screwdriver.
5. Verify that the drive shaft length is within the standard.
BOOT BAND (TRANSAXLE SIDE) ASSEMBLY NOTE
Note
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Always use new bands.
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The band should be folded in the direction opposite to the forward revolving direction of the drive shaft.
1. Fold the band back and use pliers to pull it tight.
2. Lock the end of the band by bending the locking clips.
BOOT BAND (WHEEL SIDE) ASSEMBLY NOTE
1. Adjust clearance A by turning the adjusting bolt of the Special Service Tool (SST).
Clearance A
2.9 mm (0.11 inch)
2. Crimp the wheel side small boot band using the SST. Verify that clearance B is within the specification.
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If clearance B is more than the specification, reduce clearance A of the SST and crimp the boot again.
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If clearance B is less than the specification, replace the boot band, increase clearance A of the SST, and crimp the new boot.
