Inner Constant Velocity (CV) Joint Boot: Removal

Remove the halfshaft. For additional information, refer to HALFSHAFT - LH or HALFSHAFT - RH .

CAUTION: Use vise with jaw protectors.

Secure the halfshaft in a vise and detach the constant velocity (CV) joint housing from the halfshaft.
- Remove and discard the CV joint boot retaining clamps.
- Remove the CV joint housing and discard the grease filling.
  
  Fig 1: Locating CV Joint Boot Retaining Clamps
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Remove the circlip.
- Discard the circlip.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Circlip
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Using the special tools, remove the tripod.
- Discard the CV joint boot.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Tripod
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