Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Inner Constant Velocity (CV) Joint Boot: Removal
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the halfshaft. Refer to: Halfshaft .
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- Remove and discard the large CV boot clamp.
- Position the CV boot to access the inner CV housing retaining ring.
- Remove and discard the inner CV housing retaining ring.
- Remove the inner CV joint housing.
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NOTE: The CV joint cage balls are free to fall out.
Remove and discard the CV joint cage circlip.
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NOTE: The CV joint cage balls are free to fall out.
Using general equipment, remove the CV joint cage. Use the General Equipment: Three Leg Puller
- Remove and discard the small clamp and remove the CV joint boot.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.