Drive Shaft and Axle

BJ Boot Repair Procedures

12steps
~77min
4/5difficulty
1special tools
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Removal

  1. Remove the front drive shaft. (Refer to Drive Shaft Assembly - "Front Drive Shaft")
  2. Remove the TJ joint assembly. (Refer to Drive Shaft Assembly - "TJ Joint")
  3. Remove the dynamic damper. (Refer to Drive Shaft Assembly - "Dynamic Damper")
  4. Using pliers or a flat-tip screwdriver (-), remove the BJ boot bands (A).
  5. Remove the BJ boot.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    • Do not disassemble the BJ.
    • Special grease must be applied to the propeller shaft joint. Do not replace the grease with another type.
    • The boot must be replaced with a new one.
  7. Check the front alignment. (Refer to Suspension System - "Front Wheel Alignment")

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  2. Using SST (09495-3K000), secure the BJ boot bands.
    • Do not reuse the boot band.
  3. Install the TJ joint assembly. (Refer to Drive Shaft Assembly - "TJ Joint")
  4. Install the front propeller shaft. (Refer to Drive Shaft Assembly - "Front Drive Shaft")
  5. Check the front alignment. (Refer to Suspension System - "Front Wheel Alignment")

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