Outer Joint Boot Removal and Installation
Outer Joint Boot/Seal Removal and InstallationRemoval
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 the axle shaft.
6. Remove the seal from the joint assembly.
Installation
1. Install the seal onto the axle shaft.
2. Spread the snap ring using the snap ring pliers J-8059 and remove the outer joint the axle shaft.
3. Fill the joint seal with 120 to 140 g (4.2 to 4.9 ounces) of the recommended grease. Repack the joint with 120 to 140 g (4.2 to 4.9 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.