Boot Band Assembly Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Crimp the boot band using the SST.
- 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.
Standard clearance A
- 2-3 mm {0.08-0.11 in}
- Rotate the boot by hand and verify that it is securely installed to the boot band.