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Boot Band (Wheel Side) Assembly Note

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  1. Adjust opening A of the SST to the standard by rotating the adjustment bolt.
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    Standard 

    Approx. 4.5 mm {0.18 in}

  2. Crimp the boot band using the SST.
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  3. Verify that crimp B of the boot band is within the standard.
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    Standard 

    2.0-3.0 mm {0.08-0.11 in}

    • If width B of the crimp exceeds the standard, reduce opening width A of the SST and crimp the boot band again.
    • If crimp B is less than the standard, increase opening A of the SST and crimp a new boot band.
  4. 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  3.