Hi gwquock,
You are correct about the spring C-clip of the outer CV joint, it is pressed in, similar to the trans end.
To remove, grip the axle shaft in a vice, use a rod push at the inner most part of the CV joint and use a hammer to tap the rod to get the clip to release and push the joint out.
Some clips are stuck tight due to damage and when this occurs, there is no way of getting the CV joint off except to grind it off.
If you are only replacing the boot, removing the inner joints would allow you replace the boot.
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Friday, September 10th, 2010 AT 2:50 AM