Large and Small Clamps, Clamping on Inner or Outer Joint

Large and Small Clamps, Clamping on Inner or Outer Joint

Depending on the version of the clamp, use the following tools:

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• CV joint boot clamp tool (3340)

• CV joint boot clamp tool (V.A.G 1682)

Mount and tension stainless steel clamps using (V.A.G 1682) as illustrated.






- When doing this, make sure that edges of clamping pliers are seated in corners - arrows B - of clamp.

- Tighten the clamp by turning the spindle using a torque wrench - C - (do not tilt the pliers).

• A stainless steel clamp must be used due to the hardness of the CV boot material (compared to rubber). This clamp can only be tensioned using the (V.A.G 1682).

• Tightening specifications: 20 Nm.

• Use torque wrench with 5 to 50 Nm range (e.g. (V.A.G 1331) ).

• Make sure the spindle threads on the pliers - A - move freely. Grease with MoS2 grease if necessary.

• If the thread is tight e.g. dirty, the required tensioning force for the hose clamp will not be achieved in spite of correct torque specification settings.

Mount and tension the clamp with the retaining tabs using (3340) as illustrated.






- Engage the clamp at the first catch by hand.

- Close the clamp using (3340).