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Repair Procedures: Reassembly

  1. Wrap tape around the driveshaft spline (TJ) to prevent damage to the boots.
  2. Apply grease to the joint boot on the side of the wheel and install the boot.
  3. Install the clamp.
    Fig 1: Installing Clamp
    G06523688Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. To install the dynamic damper (A), keep the shaft (B) in a straight line and assemble the dynamic damper with the bands (C).
    Fig 2: Identifying Dynamic Damper, Shaft, & Bands
    G06523689Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Assemble the transaxle side joint boot and bands.
  6. 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 3: Installing Spider Assembly On Driveshaft Splines Using Alignment Marks
    G06523690Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 4: Identifying Alignment Marks On Spider Roller Assembly, TJ Housing, & Shaft Spline
    G06523691Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Add specified grease to the joint boot as much as it was wiped away at inspection.
  8. Install the both boot band.