Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Chevrolet Spark. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the boot (1) on the wheel drive shaft (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Clamp & Wheel Drive Shaft
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Using the appropriate tool, install the NEW retaining clip.

Fig 2: View Of Axle Shaft Retaining Ring
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Ensure that the boot (1) is properly seated in the grooved (2) wheel drive shaft (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Groove In Wheel Drive Shaft
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Place approximately half the lubricant from the service kit inside the outboard boot and pack the CV joint with the remaining lubricant.

Fig 4: Inserting Remaining Grease From Service Kit Into Seal
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Using a block of wood and a hammer, install the CV joint (1) on the wheel drive shaft.

Fig 5: Installing CV Joint
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Install the inner boot clamp (2) and the outer boot clamp (1).

Fig 6: Drive Shaft Boot Clamps
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Using the CH-804 boot clamp plier (1), crimp the inboard boot clamp and outboard boot clamp until the gap measures 2.00 mm (0.079 in).

Fig 7: Identifying Clamp & Tensioner
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Rotate the housing in a circular motion to distribute the grease in the tripot joint.
Install the wheel drive shaft to the vehicle. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .