Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 656

Fig. 6: Prying Dust Boot
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5. Separate the right side drive shaft from the joint shaft by using the SSTs.
Fig. 7: Separating Right Side Drive Shaft
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CLIP INSTALLATION NOTE
1. Install a new clip onto the drive shaft with the opening facing upward. Ensure that the diameter of the clip
does not exceed the specification on installation.
2. After installation, measure the outer diameter. If it exceeds the specification, repeat Steps 1-2 using a new
clip.
Clip outer diameter specification
LH: 34.0 mm {1.34 in}
RH (joint shaft): 34.0 mm {1.34 in}
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Drive Shaft - Mazda CX-9