Outer Constant Velocity (CV) Joint Boot: Installation
- Pack the constant velocity joint with grease.
- Install the outer constant velocity joint boot.
- Slide the outer boot outwards over the constant velocity joint.
- Press the boot into the annular groove on the drive joint.
- Slide a small screwdriver under the boot seat to allow the air to escape.
- Locate the boot in position and remove the screwdriver.
- Install the inner boot clamp using the special tool.
- Install the outer boot clamp using the special tool.
- Install the inner constant velocity joint boot. For additional information, refer to INNER CONSTANT VELOCITY (CV) JOINT BOOT in this section.
CAUTION:
The constant velocity joint must not be packed with more than 120 g of grease.
NOTE:
Renew the boot clamp.
NOTE:
Renew the boot clamp.