Outer Boot Removal and Installation

Outer Joint Boot Removal

Tools Required:
J-8059 Snap Ring Pliers
J-35566 Seal Clamp Pliers

1. Remove the drive axle from the vehicle.
2. Remove the large seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.





3. Remove the small seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.
4. Degrease the joint.
5. Spread the snap ring using the snap ring pliers J-8059 and remove the outer joint from the axle shaft.





6. Remove the boot from the joint assembly.

WARNING: Do not disassemble the outer joint assembly. Parts are match fit and cannot be serviced separately. Improper reassembly will adversely affect both performance and safety.

Outer Joint Seal Installation
1. Install the seal onto the axle shaft.
2. Spread the snap ring using the snap ring pliers J-8059 and install the outer joint onto the axle shaft.





3. Fill the joint seal with 200 to 220 g (7.1 to 7.8 ounces) of the recommended grease. Repack the joint with 200 to 220 g (7.1 to 7.8 ounces) of the recommended grease.
4. Install a new large seal retaining clamp and a new small seal retaining clamp.
5. Crimp the new small seal retaining clamp and the new large seal retaining clamp using the seal clamp pliers J-35566.





6. Install the drive axle shaft to the vehicle.