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Inner Constant Velocity (CV) Joint Boot: Installation

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  1. NOTE: CV cage is shown in illustration, assembled.

    Clean and inspect the CV joint cage.

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  2. Using boot clamp pliers, install the new CV joint boot and the new small CV joint boot clamp.

    Use the General Equipment: Boot Clamp Pliers

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  3. NOTE: The CV joint cage is a snug fit and may need to tapped on with a soft face mallet.

    Using a soft face mallet, install the CV joint cage.

    Use the General Equipment: Rubber Mallet

    GFD542224Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Install the new CV joint cage circlip.
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  5. Install the grease sachet evenly in the CV joint boot and housing.

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Constant Velocity Joint Grease / XG-5 (WSS-M1C258-A1)

    GFD542226Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. NOTE: When installing the CV joint housing, insert a small flat blade screwdriver under the CV joint boot seat to allow air to escape.

    Install the inner CV housing and the new inner CV housing retaining ring.

    1. Using a flat blade screw driver to allow air to escape, install the CV joint housing.

      Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver

    2. Using boot clamp pliers, install the new large CV joint boot clamp.

      Use the General Equipment: Boot Clamp Pliers

    GFD542227Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Install the halfshaft. Refer to: Halfshaft  .