Repair Procedures: Removal

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Remove the Front Driveshaft.
(Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")
Use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the small diameter boot band (A).

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Using a plastic mallet, lower the top of the joint spline 2 - 3 times.

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NOTE:
- Be careful not to damage parts when using a plastic hammer.
- Shock gives the spacing of the circlip (A) fixed to the inside.
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Tighten the SST (0K495-C5200) on the spline of the driveshaft (A).

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After fixing the driveshaft to the vise, remove the joint assembly (A) using a SST (09526-11100).

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NOTE:
- Hit the sliding hammer strongly in the direction of the arrow and remove it at once.
- If you can't remove it once or twice, it is impossible to remove as circlip is caught inside.
  (Replace the driveshaft assembly if it cannot be removed.)
Use a flat-head screwdriver or remover to remove the large diameter boot band (A).

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Remove the joint boot (A) and the joint assembly (B).

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Remove the circlip (A) from the driveshaft.

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