Band & Boot Identification
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Band identification numbers are stamped on inside edge of band. See Fig 1 . Boot identification numbers are stamped on largest ridge of boot. See BAND & BOOT APPLICATION .
NOTE:
The following are possible types of Constant Velocity (CV) joints used on axle shaft: Birfield Joint (BJ), Double Offset Joint (DOJ), Rzeppa Joint (RJ) and Tripod Joint (TJ). Determine type of CV joint used prior to disassembly. See AXLE SHAFT SPECIFICATIONS
. Note type of boot and location prior to removal. See BAND & BOOT APPLICATION
. Install a NEW retaining ring each time axle shaft is removed from transaxle.
BAND & BOOT APPLICATION
| Application | Large Band | Small Band | Boot | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD BJ-TJ Type Axle - 1.8L | ||||
| BJ | 20-113 | 20-146 | 17-249 #BJ87L | |
| TJ | 20-110 | 20-146 | 17-261 #TJ87 | |
| FWD BJ-TJ Type Axle - 2.0L | ||||
| BJ | 20-75 | 20-111 | 17-31 #BJ92L | |
| TJ | 20-12 | 20-111 | 17-55 #TJ92 | |
| AWD | ||||
| BJ | 20-113 | 20-146 | 17-249 #BJ87L | |
| TJ | 20-110 | 20-146 | 17-261 #TJ87 | |