Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 666

6. Crimp the wheel side big boot band using the SST.
7. Verify that clearance B is within the specification.
If clearance B is more than the specification, reduce clearance A of the SST and crimp the boot
again.
If clearance B is less than the specification, replace the boot band, increase clearance A of the SST
and crimp the new boot.
Clearance B 2.4-2.8 mm {0.095-0.110 in}
8. Verify that the boot band does not protrude from the boot band installation area.
If it does, replace the boot band and repeat Steps 7 and 8.
JOINT SHAFT PRE-INSPECTION
1. Verify that the joint shaft is not twisted or cracked.
Replace it as necessary.
2. Turn the joint shaft by hand and verify that the bearing rotates smoothly and freely.
Replace it as necessary.
Fig. 24: Turning Joint Shaft
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [2WD]
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Drive Shaft - Mazda CX-9