Repair procedures: Installation

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Wrap tape around the driveshaft spline (TJ) to prevent damage to the boot.
Using the alignment marks (D) made during disassembly as a guide, install the spider assembly (A) and snap ring (B) on the driveshaft splines (C).

Fig 1: Identifying Spider Assembly And Snap Ring On Driveshaft Splines
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Fig 2: Identifying Alignment Marks On Spider Assembly, Snap Ring
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Add specified grease to the joint boot as much as it was wiped away at inspection.
Install the both boot band.

To control the air in the TJ boot, keep the specified distance between the boot bands when they are tightened.

Engine	TM	Distance (L) mm (in.)
Engine	TM	LH side	RH side
Nu 1.8 MPI	6 M/T	543(21.3779)	829.4(32.6535)
Nu 1.8 MPI	6 A/T	522.3(20.5630)	815.3(32.0984)

Fig 3: Identifying Distance Between Boot Bands

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Using the SST (09495-3K000), secure the TJ boot bands.
Clearance (A) : 2.0 mm (0.0787 in.) or less

Fig 4: Securing TJ Boot Bands Using SST (09495-3K000)
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Install the Front Driveshaft.
(Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")