Boot band (small diameter side)

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Adjust clearance A by turning the adjusting bolt of the SST .
Clearance A

2.9 mm {0.11 in}

Fig 1: Adjusting Clearance A By Turning Adjusting Bolt Of SST
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Crimp the wheel side small boot band using the SST . Verify that clearance B is within the specification.
- If clearance B is more than the specification, reduce clearance A of the SST and crimp the boot again
- If clearance B is less than the specification, replace the boot band, increase clearance A of the SST, and crimp the new boot.
  Clearance B
  
  2.4-2.8 mm {0.10-0.11 in}
Fig 2: Crimping Wheel Side Small Boot Band Using SST
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Verify that the boot band does not protrude from the boot band installation area.
- If it does, replace the boot band and repeat Steps 2 and 3.