Assemble Procedure
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- Install the CV joint boot and clamp (1) on the wheel drive shaft and CV joint housing (2).
- Ensure that the CV joint boot (1) is properly seated in the groove (2) in the wheel drive shaft (3).
- Using the J 35910 pliers, breaker bar, torque wrench and or ratchet (1), close the clamp (2) until the gap (3) measures 2.6 mm (0.10 in).
- Place approximately half of the lubricant (1) in the CV joint boot (2) and the other half in the CV joint (3).
- Install the CV joint boot and clamp (2) CV joint housing (1).
- Using the J 35910 pliers (3), breaker bar (5) and a torque or ratchet wrench (4), close the clamp until the gap measures 2.6 mm (0.10 in).
- Move the CV joint in a circular motion to distribute the lubricant inside the cv joint housing.
- Clean any remaining lubricant from the outside of the CV joint.
- Install the outer CV joint and boot. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot Replacement .
- Install the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft and Rear Axle Shaft Seal Replacement .