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Repair Procedures: Replacement

  1. Remove the front driveshaft.

    (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - " FRONT DRIVESHAFT  ") 

  2. Remove the TJ joint assembly.

    (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - " TJ JOINT  ") 

  3. Remove the Dynamic damper.

    (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - " DYNAMIC DAMPER  ") 

  4. Using a plier or flat-tipped (-) screwdriver, remove the BJ boot bands (A).
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  5. Remove the BJ boot.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Do not disassemble the BJ assembly.
    • Special grease must be applied to the driveshaft joint. Do not substitute with another type of grease.
    • The boot band should be replaced with a new one.