Removing The Outer CV Joint

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-- Clamp the drive axle with protective jaws in a vise clamp.

-- Remove the clamps.

-- Fold back boot.

-- Align the Puller - Driveshaft:T10382 so that the flat side of the Puller - Driveshaft:T10382/1 faces the Spindles:T10382/2 .

-- Attach the Puller - Driveshaft:T10382 to the Slide Hammer Set:VW771 .

-- Remove The CV Joint From The Drive Axle.

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Puller - Drive Axle - Removing Plate:T10382/1
Puller - Drive Axle - Spindles:T10382/2

Check the outer joint. Refer to OUTER JOINT, CHECKING .

Installing The Outer Cv Joint

-- Install the new circlips.

-- Slide new CV boot onto drive axle if necessary.

-- Press half of the total amount of grease from the repair kit into the joint body.

-- Distribute the remaining grease from the repair kit into the joint boot.

-- Use a plastic hammer to install it on the shaft until the locking ring locks secure.