Follow
the manufacturer’s
repair manual to remove the drive axle. Typically the wheel and hub are
removed. The knuckle is separated from the lower suspension arm and
then the knuckle and brake plate are separated from the axle. Check the
axle for excessive wear and replace as necessary.
1.
After removing the old boot, clean the joint and allow it to dry.
Aerosol Carburetor or Brake Cleaner (with the straw) can be used to
flush out old grease and other contaminates from the joint. Follow the
safety precautions listed on the can including the use of safety
glasses.
2.
Cut the grease packet diagonally at one corner. Squeeze the packet to
provide a controlled flow of grease into the inside face of the CV
joint concentrating the grease close to the axle. Also apply a
light film of grease to the inside circumference of the small end of
the boot where it will contact the axle. REMOVE any extra grease
from
the inside outer edge or face of the bell.
Note:
Grease applied to the
exposed portion of the CV joint will migrate very quickly throughout
the working components of the joint as the axle begins to rotate. When
grease is applied to the joint possibly not all of the grease will be
used. Do not put the extra grease inside the boot.
3.
Slide the boot along the axle tight up to the CV joint. Next pull the
large end of the boot tightly onto the bell. At the same time slide the
small end of the boot toward the joint while pinching the small end to
release trapped air. You will hear air escape as the boot anchors
onto the joint.
4.
Install the long clamp at the large end of the boot. A banding
tool should be used to tension the clamp. (If using the included
hex tool see the hex tool instructions.) A properly tensioned
clamp should be tight enough so the CV boot will not turn on the joint,
but not so tight that it will damage the rubber boot.
5.
Slide the small end of boot away from the bell until the boot is at its
natural length. Vent the boot by pinching the small end.
The boot will regain it original shape.
6.
Install the short clamp at the small end of the boot.
7.
If the smaller diameter on the large end of the boot was used to
achieve a tight fit, cut off the excess material along the score line
with a sharp knife. Do not cut the small end of the boot.
8.
Boot installation is complete. Follow the manufacturer’s repair
manual to re-install the axle.
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