Constant Velocity (CV) Joint Boot: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln MKX and 2007 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the halfshaft assembly. For additional information, refer to Halfshaft - RH and Halfshaft - LH .
For the inboard CV joint, remove and discard the boot clamps.
Remove the inboard CV joint retaining ring.

Fig 1: Locating Inboard CV Joint Retaining Ring

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CAUTION: Do not let the roller bearings fall or damage to the component may occur.

For the inboard CV joint, carry out the following:
- Remove and discard the retainer circlip.
- Slide the boot away from the CV joint.

Fig 2: Identifying CV Joint

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Using a suitable 3-jaw puller, remove the CV joint.

Fig 3: Removing CV Joint Using Suitable 3-Jaw Puller

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Remove and discard the inner CV boot.

Fig 4: Locating Inner CV Boot

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NOTE: The outboard CV joint is not removable from the halfshaft. The boot must be removed or installed from the inboard CV joint side of the shaft.

For the outboard CV joint, carry out the following:
1. Remove and discard the boot clamps.
2. Remove and discard the boot.

Fig 5: Identifying Boot Clamps & Boot

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If necessary, press the anti-lock brake sensor indicator ring from the outer CV joint.

Fig 6: Identifying Anti-Lock Brake Sensor Indicator Ring

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