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6. Route the brakeline hose along the upper A-arm and
secure it with the clips (B) and a cable tie (A).
Tighten the clips to 6 ft-lb (8.2 N-m).
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7. Install the wheels and using a crisscross pattern,
tighten the wheel nuts in 20 ft-lb (27.2 N-m) incre-
ments to a final torque of 95 ft-lb (129.2 N-m).
8. Remove the vehicle from the support stand.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING AXLES
NOTE: Always clean and inspect the drive axle
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components to determine if any service or replace-
ment is necessary.
1. Using a clean towel, wipe away any oil or grease
from the axle components.
2. Inspect boots for any tears, cracks, or deterioration.
 NOTE: If a boot is damaged in any way, it must be
replaced with a boot kit.
DISASSEMBLING AXLES
NOTE: Only the boots are serviceable on the axles;
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if any other component is worn or damaged, the axle
must be replaced.
NOTE: The rear axle inner CV joint does NOT sep-

arate. If the rear axle inner boot needs to be replaced,
the rear axle outer CV joint must be separated and
the rear axle outer boot must be removed to allow
access.
1. Using CV Boot Clamp Tool, remove and retain both
clamps for assembly purposes.
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2. Use a suitable form of protection on the outside sur-
face of the CV joint, such as a strip of rubber or duct
tape; then place the CV joint housing into a vise.
CAUTION
Do not over-tighten the vise when securing the CV joint
housing, otherwise internal damage to the CV joint may
occur.
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3. To disengage the axle from the CV joint, sharply pull
the axle apart; then slide the boot off of the axle.
 NOTE: The rear axle inner CV joint does NOT sep-
arate.
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NOTE: Steps 1-3 can be used to replace the out-

board boot.
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