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When able to replace the wheel side joint boot

  1. Remove the front driveshaft.

    (Refer to Front Driveshaft Assembly (4WD) - " FRONT DRIVESHAFT  ") 

  2. Remove the reduction gear side joint.

    (Refer to Front Driveshaft Assembly (4WD) - " JOINT ASSEMBLY (REDUCTION GEAR SIDE)  ") 

  3. Remove the wheel side joint small diameter (A) and large diameter (B) boot band using a flat-head driver.
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  4. Remove the wheel side joint boot (A).
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NOTE:
  • Do not remove the wheel side joint housing (A).
  • Reinstall the wheel side joint housing (A) may cause leakage, so replace it with the shaft (B) as an assembly.
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