Inner Constant Velocity (CV) Joint Boot: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Make sure that the component is clean, free of foreign material and lubricant.

1. NOTE: Make sure that a new component is installed.
  
  Insert the new small CV joint boot clamp. Use the General Equipment: ViseUse the General Equipment: Vise Jaw Protectors
2. Install the inner CV joint boot.
3. Using the special tool, install the CV joint tripod. Use Special Service Tool: 308-046-01 Adapter for 308-046.
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1. Install the new CV joint tripod circlip. Use the General Equipment: ViseUse the General Equipment: Vise Jaw Protectors
2. Apply the grease sachet evenly in the CV joint case.
  Material: Grease (WSS-M1C272-A)
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1. Apply the supplied grease sachet from the halfshaft boot kit evenly to both halves of the CV joint.
  Material: Grease (WSS-M1C272-A)
2. Slide the CV tripod in the tripod housing. Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block Use the General Equipment: Copper Hammer
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1. Insert the intermediate shaft into the CV joint boot. Use a flat blade screw driver to release trapped air. Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
2. Completely slide the intermediate shaft into the CV joint tripod housing until it bottoms out.
3. Slide the intermediate shaft out 25mm (1 inch).
4. Remove the flat blade screw driver. Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
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NOTE: Make sure that new components are installed.

NOTE: Do not move the CV joint housing. Make sure that the CV joint boot is installed with the boot in the CV groove.
- Using the special tool, position back the CV boot and install the new large halfshaft boot clamp. Use the General Equipment: Boot Clamp Pliers
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Install the rear halfshaft. Refer to: Rear Halfshaft .