Protege LX L4-1489cc 1.5L DOHC MFI (1998)
1. Wrap the splines of the differential side shaft, and install the wheel side and differential side boots.
2. Fill the wheel side boot with the grease supplied in the boot kit.
Grease amount
Z5, BP engine: 60 - 80 grams (2.2 - 2.8 oz)
Z5 engine (California, right side): 70 - 90 grams (2.5 - 3.1 oz)
Z5 engine (California, left side): 60 - 80 grams (2.2 - 2.8 oz)
Tripod Joint, Outer Ring, and Snap Ring Assembly Note
1. Fill the outer ring and differential side boot with the grease supplied in the boot kit.
Grease amount 115 - 135 grams (4.06 - 4.77 oz)
2. Align the marks and then install the tripod joint and free rings.
3. Install a new snap ring by using snap-ring pliers.
4. While supporting the free rings, install the outer ring.
Boot Band Assembly Note
1. Verify that the boots are not dented or twisted.