XC90 L5-2.5L Turbo VIN 59 B5254T2 (2004)
Remove excess grease. Use methylated spirit.
Ensure that the boot is in position on the constant velocity joint housing.
Install a new clamp. Use pliers 951 2619 Pliers See: Tools and Equipment/951 2619 Pliers.
Venting the boot
Venting is carried out to remove any over pressure in the boot. Use a rounded screwdriver.
Carefully insert the screwdriver between the drive shaft and boot. Ensure that the boot is in position on the drive shaft.
Ensure that the boot is aligned against the inner rib on the drive shaft.
Install a new clamp. Use pliers 951 2619 Pliers See: Tools and Equipment/951 2619 Pliers.
Install the drive shafts
For the left-hand side, see Replacing the front left drive shaft See: Service and Repair/Drive Shaft Left, Replacing.
For the right-hand side, see Replacing the front right drive shaft See: Service and Repair/Drive Shaft Right, Replacing.
Spray wax, part number 30787812, on the outer gaiter. After installing drive shaft in vehicle, turn the wheel and check, and improve if needed, the wax
protection on the gaiter.
