Volkswagen Passat 1995 Official Factory Repair Manual page 3383

Front Wheel Suspension, Shafts and Axle
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Fig. 2 Tightening outer CV joint boot clamp
- Position VAG 1682 pliers or equivalent (e.g. Snap-
On YA 3080) as shown in illustration.
Make sure plier jaws seat in grooves of clamp (arrows
-B-)
- Tension clamp by using torque wrench to turn
spindle (keep pliers at right angle to shaft).
Tightening torque: 20 Nm (15 ft lb)
Note:
Due to the hardness of the boot material
(compared to rubber), it is necessary to use a
stainless steel clamp. The clamp can only be
properly tightened using VAG 1682 pliers.
Use a torque wrench with 5-50Nm (4-37 ft lb)
range (e.g. VAG 1331 or equivalent).
Make sure that the spindle threads of the pliers
are not tight. If necessary coat the threads with
MoS grease to ensure smooth operation.
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If the spindle threads are tight (e.g. dirty) the force
necessary for correctly tightening the clamp will
not be achieved, despite correct torque readings.
Fig. 3 Tightening small end clamp
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