Removal and Installation Special Tool(s) | Clamping Tool, Boot Retaining Clamp 204-169 (14-044) | General Equipment Expanding pliers, snap-ring Materials Name Specification Constant velocity joint high-temperature grease ESP-M1C207-A Removal | -
Remove the inner CV joint boot. For additional information, refer to: Gummimanschette - inneres Gleichlaufgelenk (205-04 Vorderradantriebswellen, Removal and Installation). | | -
CAUTION: Use a vice with protective jaw covers. Remove the outer CV joint boot. - Cut and discard the boot clamps.
- Remove and discard the rubber boot.
- Remove the grease packing.
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NOTE: Install a new rubber boot. Install the outer CV joint boot. - Pack the CV joint with grease.
For additional information, refer to: Specifications (205-04 Front Drive Halfshafts, Specifications). - Press the rubber boot into the groove of the CV joint.
- Insert a small screwdriver under the boot seat to allow the air to escape.
- Position the rubber boot.
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NOTE: Install a new clamping strap. Insert the inner clamping strap into the ring groove of the rubber boot and tighten with the special tool. | | -
NOTE: Install a new clamping strap. Insert the outer clamping strap into the ring groove of the rubber boot and tighten with the special tool. | | -
Install the inner CV joint boot. For additional information, refer to: Gummimanschette - inneres Gleichlaufgelenk (205-04 Vorderradantriebswellen, Removal and Installation). | | |