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Repair Procedures: Reassembly

  1. Wrap tape around the driveshaft spline (TJ) to prevent damaging 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).
    G12830648Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    G12830649Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Add specified grease to the joint boot as much as it was wiped away at inspection.
  4. Install both boot bands.
  5. To control the air in the TJ boot, keep the specified distance between the boot bands when they are tightened.
    Engine Distance (L) mm (in.)
    LH side RH side
    Nu 2.0 MPI (MT) 545.6 (21.4803) 826.2 (32.5276)
    Nu 2.0 MPI (AT) 525.2 (20.6772) 814.5 (32.0669)
    G12830650Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Using the SST (09495-3K000), secure the TJ boot bands.

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

    G12830651Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    G12830652Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the front driveshaft.

    (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")

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