On 7/18/07 9:05 PM, in article
uFzni.8978$Od7.114@newsread1.news.pas.earthlink.ne t, "ajpdla"
<ajpdla@earthlink.net> wrote:

> Okay, so my mechanic spent all day trying to get the axle portion out of
> the differential to no avail. Did not use an inner CV boot puller with
> a slide hammer -- didn't own one. Was trying to pry it out, whatever he
> could, without damaging the transmission, etc. Gave me back the car
> after putting it back together and said he couldn't do the job.
>
> I am going to buy a tool online to get the job done: an inner CV boot
> puller with slide hammer is what I've apparently found for purchase.
>
> My mechanic had such a hard time, he says, trying to get this thing out;
> am I going to have any good luck using this CV puller? I've seen two
> advertised online: one with an open rate of 63mm and the other one with
> an open rate of 49mm.
>
> For this vehicle, Honda Passport, which one is required?
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> I'm assuming at this point that because the mechanic was trying to pry
> the axle out on only one side that force was being exerted on the other
> side and the special clips inside on the axle shaft were being wedged up
> inside the shaft and that the CV puller will pull straight out on all
> sides and hopefully this thing will pop right outta there.
>
> Anyone else had any issues such as this? With better results? I hope.
>
> Aaron

Honda Passport is actually an Isuzu Rodeo with Honda badges. You might have
better luck asking in the Isuzu group.