cv boot replacement

[mbedford]

I'm about to replace a front outer cv boot but according to the instructions i'll have to remove the upper suspension links in order to remove the driveshaft from the hub. This is a bugger of a job from previous experience and I was wondering if anybody knows whether it's possible to remove the driveshaft without disconnecting the links from the hub carrier? Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

[bilko1]

Disconnecting the bottom arms will allow you to do the job. I changed a boot on my old A4 without disconnecting any arms so that might be possible to.

[Virdee Autos]

As said disconnect lower arms, and you'll be able to do the job adequately