Boot Band (Transaxle Side) Assembly Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Bend the boot band in the opposite direction from the forward rotation direction, and pull it using pliers to tighten.
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- Secure the bent boot band by bending the lock clip.
- Verify that the boot band does not protrude from the band assembly area.
- If the boot band protrudes from the assembly area, replace it with a new one and repeat Steps 1 to 2.