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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 35566 Boot Clamp Pliers

Disassembly Procedure


    Object Number: 1221280  Size: SH
  1. Remove the drive axle. Refer to Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Replacement .
  2. Use J 35566  (2) to remove the large boot clamp (1).
  3. Remove the small boot clamp (3).

  4. Object Number: 1221277  Size: SH
  5. Remove the joint housing (2) from the boot (1).

  6. Object Number: 1223286  Size: SH
  7. Degrease the joint assembly.
  8. Remove the circlip (1).
  9. Remove the tripot joint (2).

  10. Object Number: 1221251  Size: SH
  11. Remove the drive axle shaft boot.

Assembly Procedure

  1. Install the drive axle shaft boot.

  2. Object Number: 1223286  Size: SH
  3. Install the tripot joint (2) and circlip (1).
  4. Notice: Always use the recommended grease. If not, the joint and boot can be damaged.

  5. Fill the joint housing with the recommended grease when installing.
  6. Capacity
    Grease capacity equals 90-100 g (3.2-3.5 oz).


    Object Number: 1221277  Size: SH
  7. Install the joint housing (2) to the boot (1).

  8. Object Number: 1221280  Size: SH
  9. Install the small boot clamp (3).
  10. Use J 35566 to install the large boot clamp (1).
  11. Install the drive axle. Refer to Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Replacement .

Inspection Procedure


    Object Number: 1221470  Size: SH
  1. Inspect the operation of the joint.
  2. Inspect for a leaking boot through the clamp side.