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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Wrap tape around the driveshaft spline (TJ) to prevent damage to the boot.
  2. Using the alignment marks (D) made during disassembly as a guide, install the spider assembly (A) and snap ring (B) on the driveshaft splines (C).
    Fig 1: Identifying Alignment Marks On Spider Assembly And Snap Ring
    G08810038Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    Fig 2: Identifying Alignment Marks On Spider Assembly And Driveshaft Splines
    G08810039Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  3. Add specified grease to the joint boot as much as it was wiped away at inspection.
  4. Install the both boot band.
  5. To control the air in the TJ boot, keep the specified distance between the boot bands when they are tightened.
    Engine/TM Distance (L) mm (in.)
    LH side RH side
    RAMDA 3.0 MPI A/T 518.7(20.4212) 849.3(33.4369)
    RAMDA 3.3 GDI A/T
    Fig 3: Identifying Distance Between Boot Bands
    G08810040Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  6. Using the SST (09495-3K000), secure the TJ boot bands.

    Clearance (A):  2.0 mm (0.0787 in) or less

    Fig 4: Securing TJ Boot Bands Using Special Tool
    G08810041Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  7. Install the Front Driveshaft.

    (Refer to "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")