Boot Band Assembly Note

Assemble the new boot band to the boot.
Crimp the boot band using the SST.

Fig 1: Crimping Boot Band Using SST
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Verify that the crimping clearance A is within the specification.
- If crimping clearance A exceeds the specification, reduce SST clearance, and crimp the boot band again.
- If crimping clearance A is less than the specification, increase SST clearance, and crimp a new boot band.
  Specification
  
  1.5-2.5 mm {0.060-0.098 in}
Rotate the by hand and verify that it is securely installed to the boot band.