outer cv boot

[njdudsbury]

Noticed mine is split, the metal clip on the shaft has cut into it 
Do we have a guide? Im interested in how the shaft to the joint splits?
Thanks

[martin@gti.co.uk]

Just bit of the bash with rubber mallet..its cliped..

[v4rley]

I changed my n/s outer boot about a year ago. Couldn't find any guides anywhere but fairly straight forward and have done one before on a 8L S3. Removed the whole shaft for easier working.

[doylebros]

Noticed mine is split, the metal clip on the shaft has cut into it 
Do we have a guide? Im interested in how the shaft to the joint splits?
Thanks

This thread is worth a read and the links within

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,83808.0.html

As for the tool above I've only seen that used for Renault joints but may be someone tried them on VW?

[njdudsbury]

All good info thanks.
I just need to know how the joint comes off the shaft. I'm not intending to take shaft from car.
Has anybody got a picture of the clip or how its dissengaged to release joint off shaft?
Thanks

[doylebros]

As previously advised

"Just bit of the bash with rubber mallet..its clipped in"

[danj3000]

I've used one of the CV cones to aid putting on, so the more primitive version of the claw like hand in the photo a few posts up. It does work but it can be awkward to get sufficient leverage when doing it in situ and as they always recommend. Lubrication, lubrication, lubrication..