Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 684

2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Drive Shaft - Mazda CX-9
Fig. 51: Identifying Rear Drive Shaft Components
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BOOT BAND (WHEEL SIDE) DISASSEMBLY NOTE
NOTE:
The boot band does not need to be removed unless it is being replaced.
1. Remove the boot clamp with end clamp pliers as shown and discard the clamp.