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1. Using a clean towel, wipe away any oil or grease
from the axle components.
MOD513
2. Inspect boots for any tears, cracks, or deterioration.
NOTE: If a boot is damaged in any way, it must be
replaced with a boot kit.
DISASSEMBLING AXLES
NOTE: Only the boots are serviceable on the axles;
if any other component is worn or damaged, the axle
must be replaced.
1. Remove and discard both clamps.
MOD514
2. Use a suitable form of protection on the outside sur-
face of the CV joint, such as a strip of rubber or duct
tape; then place the CV joint housing into a vise.
MOD515
3. To disengage the axle from the CV joint, sharply pull
back on the axle; then slide the boot off of the axle.
MOD516
NOTE: Steps 1-3 can be used to replace the out-
board boot.
ASSEMBLING AXLES
1. Install the inner boot with the small clamp making
sure the clamp is positioned correctly.
NOTE: The boot is positioned correctly when the
small end of the boot seats down into the recessed
groove.
2. Secure the small clamp of the inner boot.
MOD516A
3. Apply 100 grams (2/3 of contents) of grease from the
pack into the bearing housing.
4. Check the condition of the circlip on the end of the
half shaft and replace if necessary. Engage the exter-
nal splines on the end of the half shaft into the
star-shaped inner race of the CV joint; then grasp the
half shaft and seat it into the CV joint assembly by
pressing it firmly into the CV joint assembly.
NOTE: A light tap with a hammer might be
required.
CAUTION
Do not over tighten the vise when securing the CV joint
housing, otherwise internal damage to the CV joint may
occur.
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