Driveline/Axle

Driveshafts Reassembly (cont'd)

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  1. Install the boot bands.
  • For the low profile type, go to step 11.
  • For the double loop type, go to step 13.
  • For the ear clamp type, go to step 21.
  1. Install the new low profile band (A) onto the boot (B) and dynamic damper, then hook the tab (C) of the band.

  1. Close the hook portion of the band with a commercially available boot band pincers (A), then hook the tabs (B) of the band.

  1. Fit the boot ends onto the driveshaft and the inboard joint, then install the band (A) onto the boot.

  1. Pull up the slack in the band by hand.
  2. Mark a position (A) on the band 10-14 mm (0.4-0.6 in.) from the clip (B).