Hombre S Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.3L (1999)
Constant Velocity Joint: Service and Repair
Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot Replacement
Wheel Drive shaft Outer Joint and Boot Replacement
Disassembly Procedure
Tools Required
J 8059 Snap ring Pliers
1. Place the halfshaft in a vise.
2. Place protective covers over the vise jaws.
3. Remove the boot clamp protectors (2) (if used) from the outer CV joint (1).
4. Cut the clamps (3) from the boot with a pair of side cutters.
5. Use a hand grinder to cut through the swag ring. Do not damage the outer race.
6. Compress the boot on the halfshaft and away from the CV joint outer race (1).
