Legacy L Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHC (1997)
Constant Velocity Joint Boot: Service and Repair
Rear
TOOL REQUIRED
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ST 28099PA100 Drive Shaft Remover
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ST 28099PA090 Side Oil Seal Protector
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect ground cable from battery.
2. Lift-up vehicle, and remove rear wheel carp and wheels.
NOTE: Axle nut need not be removed.
3. Remove ABS sensor clamps and parking brake cable bracket.
4. Disconnect stabilizer link from lateral lint<.
5. Remove bolts which secure lateral link assembly to rear housing.
6. Remove bolts which secure trailing link assembly to rear housing.
7. Remove crossmember reinforcement lower from crossmember (4 door model only).
8. Remove DOJ from rear differential using ST.
NOTE: The side splice shaft circlip comes out together with the shaft.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage side bearing retainer. Always use bolt as shown in figure, as supporting point for ST during removal.
INSTALLATION
1. Install DOJ and BJ boots to drive shaft.
2. Using ST, install DOJ into differential.
