Mitsubishi Electric Lancer Evolution-VII Workshop Manual page 895

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B.J. boot
Projection
MB991561
FRONT AXLE -
6. Install the boot band (small) in order to create clearance as
A
B.J. boot band
(small)
B
7. Use the special tool to crimp the B.J. boot band (small).
8. Check that the crimping amount (C) of the B.J. boot band
C
9. Check that the B.J. boot band is not sticking out past
Drive Shaft
(2) The adjusting bolt should not be turned more than
once.
A and B in the illustration.
Caution
(1) Secure the drive shaft in an upright position and
clamp the part of the B.J. boot band to be crimped
securely in the jaws of the special tool.
(2) Crimp the B.J. boot band until the special tool
touches the stopper.
is at the standard value.
Standard value (C): 2.4 - 2.8 mm
<If the crimping amount is larger than 2.8 mm>
Readjust the value of (W) in step 5 according
to the following formula, and then repeat the
operation in step 7.
W = 5.5 mm - C
Example: If C = 2.9 mm, then W = 2.6 mm.
<If the crimping amount is smaller than 2.4 mm>
Remove the B.J. boot band, readjust the value
of (W) in step 5 according to the following
formula, and then repeat the operations in
steps 6 and 7 using a new B.J. boot band.
W = 5.5 mm - C
Example: If C = 2.3 mm, then W = 3.2 mm.
the place where it has been installed.
If the B.J. boot band is sticking out, remove it and then
repeat the operations in steps 6 to 8 using a new B.J.
boot band.