Drive Shaft Constant Velocity (CV) Joint Boot: Removal

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Remove CV joint. See DRIVE SHAFT CONSTANT VELOCITY (CV) JOINT . Using plastic hammer, drive out CV joint mounting bolts. See Figure . Remove washers. Remove end cover. See Figure .

CAUTION: Avoid damaging seal between CV joint and end cover.