Acura 3.5 RL Manual page 678

Disassembly
Inboard Joint Side:
1. Carefully clamp the driveshaft in a vise with soft
jaws, then remove the set ring from the inboard
joint.
2. Remove the boot bands. Take care not to damage
the boot.
• If the boot band is a locking tab type, pry up the
locking tabs with a screwdriver, and raise the
end of the band.
• If the boot band is a welded type, cut the boot
band.
• If the boot band is a crimping type, pry up the
end of the band with a screwdriver.
• If the boot band is a double loop type, lift up the
band bend.
Locking Tab Type
LOCKING TABS
SET RING
Replace.
Welded Type
BOOT BAND
Replace.
BOOT BAND
Replace.
INBOARD JOINT
Crimping Type
Double Loop Type
3. Mark each roller and inboard joint to identify the
locations of rollers and grooves in the inboard joint.
Then remove the inboard joint on the shop towel.
Be careful not to drop the rollers when separating
them from the inboard joint.
INBOARD JOINT
Check splines for wear and damage.
Check inside bore for wear.
Inspect for cracks.
SHOP TOWEL
BOOT BAND
Replace.
DOUBLE LOOP BAND
Replace.
Marks
ROLLER
Marks