ZDX V6-3.7L (2010)
10. Remove the vinyl tape.
Outboard Joint Side
1. Remove the boot bands (A). Lift up the three tabs (B) using a screwdriver, then release the band. Be careful not to damage the boot.
2. Slide the outboard boot (A) partially toward the inboard joint side. Be careful not to damage the boot.
3. Wipe off the grease to expose the driveshaft and the outboard joint inner race.
4. Make a mark (A) on the driveshaft (B) at the same level as the outboard joint end (C).
5. Securely clamp the driveshaft in a bench vise with a shop towel wrapped around the driveshaft.
6. Remove the outboard joint (A) using the 26 x 1.5 mm threaded adapter (B) and a commercially available 5/8''-18 UNF slide hammer (C).