Boot (Wheel 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.
NOTE:
- The boot shapes on the wheel side and the differential side are different. Do not assemble the wrong boot by mistake.
- Insert the shaft through the boot (wheel side) with vinyl tape wrapped around the spline area of the shaft.
- Apply the specified grease to the ball joint and boot (wheel side).NOTE:
- Apply the grease from the tube. Do not touch the grease directly with your hand.
Grease amount
- 40-60 g {1.5-2.1 oz}
- Apply the grease from the tube. Do not touch the grease directly with your hand.
- Assemble the boot (wheel side) to the ball joint.