Removal 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.

Remove the wheel drive shaft from the vehicle. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
Install the drive axle shaft (1) in a soft jawed vice.

Fig 1: View Of Front Wheel Drive Shaft Inner Joint
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Using a pair of side cutters, remove the outer boot clamp (1) and the inner boot clamp (2).

Fig 2: Drive Shaft Boot Clamps
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CAUTION: Do not cut through the wheel drive shaft inboard or outboard boot during service. Cutting through the boot may damage the sealing surface of the housing and the tripot or the constant velocity joint bushing. Damage to the sealing surface may lead to water and dirt intrusion and premature wear of the constant velocity joint.
Discard the boot clamps (1) and (2). Use NEW clamps only.
Remove the CV joint (2) from the wheel drive shaft (1) while tapping the inner race (3) using a bronze bar and a hammer.

Fig 3: Wheel Drive Shaft, Inner Race And CV Joint
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Using the appropriate tool, remove and discard the retaining clip.

Fig 4: View Of Axle Shaft Retaining Ring
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Remove the boot (1) from the wheel drive shaft (2).

Fig 5: Identifying Clamp & Wheel Drive Shaft
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Inspect the outer CV joint for damage and wear. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint Inspection .