RAV4 4WD L4-2.5L (2AR-FE) (2009)
(b) With the joint on the working surface, use your body weight to press down on the joint with one hand. Then, roll the joint forward, as shown in
the illustration, and press the lever in until a "click" sound is heard.
NOTICE:
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Do not damage the deflector.
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Make sure the joint is in full contact with the working surface at all times.
(c) Using a plastic-faced hammer, bend the tabs of the buckle to fix the lever in place. At the same time, use the plastic-faced hammer to adjust the
position of the lever so that the end of the lever is aligned with the edge of the buckle.
7. TIGHTEN FRONT AXLE OUTBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP
CAUTION: Wear protective gloves while performing the operation and be careful to avoid cutting your hands or other body parts.
(a) Temporarily bend the lever of the clamp.
NOTE: When temporarily bending the lever, make sure not to deform the band and lever.