Inspection After Removal

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Move joint up, down, left, right, and in axial direction. Check for any rough movement or significant looseness.
Check boot for cracks or other damage, and for grease leakage.
If damaged, disassemble drive shaft to verify damage, and repair or replace as necessary.

Fig 1: Inspecting Boot For Cracks And Grease Leakage
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