Rubber boots of the drive shaft and outer CV joint — replacement (Opel Omega A)

1. Remove the drive shaft as described in Chapter 8, clamp it in a vice.

2. Using a small drift, knock off the top metal covering from the outer joint.



3. Loosen and remove both clamps from the rubber boots.

4. Remove the covers from the drive shaft.

5. Remove grease from the joint and wipe the drive shaft clean.

6. Using pliers, remove the snap ring from the outer end of the drive shaft.



7. Secure the outer joint in a vice, then knock the drive shaft out of it.

8. Fill the internal joint with the specified type of grease using a wooden spatula.

9. Install the new inner cover, check that it is not twisted, then install and tighten the brackets.

10. Place the outer boot on the drive shaft.

11. Install the outer CV joint.



12. Install the retaining ring, making sure it is fully seated in the groove.

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13. Using a wooden spatula, fill the outer joint with grease.

14. Place the outer covers on the plate, check that they are not twisted, then install and tighten the brackets.

15. Place the cover on the joint using the two drive shaft bolts to ensure proper alignment. Tap the cover onto the joint with a mallet.

16. Remove the retaining ring from the inner edge of the drive shaft and install a new one.

17. Install the drive shaft as described in Chapter 8.