Milan FWD V6-3.0L (2010)
Constant Velocity Joint: Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - Front CV Boot Service Tips
TSB 10-4-12
03/15/10
FRONT CONSTANT VELOCITY (CV) BOOT KITS
AVAILABLE - SERVICE TIP
FORD:
2008-2010 Fusion
MERCURY:
2008-2010 Milan
ISSUE
A Constant Velocity (CV) boot kit has been released for service. It is no longer necessary to order a complete halfshaft assembly for CV boot service.
This kit is available for 2008-2010 Fusion and Milan vehicles equipped with a 3.0L engine and 2010 Fusion and Milan vehicles equipped with a 2.5L
engine.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Identify which CV boot halfshafl (left or right) needs replacement.
2. Remove the halfshafl assembly per Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 205-04.
3. For the inboard CV joint, remove and discard both boot clamps.
4. Remove the inboard CV joint retaining ring. (Figure 1)
NOTE
DO NOT LET THE ROLLER BEARINGS FALL OR DAMAGE TO THE COMPONENT MAY OCCUR.
5. For the inboard CV joint, carry out the following:
a. Slide the boot away from the CV joint.
