Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 660

Fig. 12: Removing Boot Clamp With Clamp Pliers
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BOOT BAND (TRANSAXLE SIDE) DISASSEMBLY NOTE
1. Pry up the locking clips using a screwdriver.
2. Pull back the end of the band.
Fig. 13: Prying Locking Clips
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OUTER RING DISASSEMBLY NOTE
1. Mark the outer ring and the shaft for proper assembly.
Fig. 14: Aligning Mark Outer Ring And Shaft
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2. Remove the clip.
3. Remove the outer ring.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Drive Shaft - Mazda CX-9