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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: Installing Spider Assembly And Snap Ring On Driveshaft Splines (1 Of 2)
    G12066833Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    Fig 2: Installing Spider Assembly And Snap Ring On Driveshaft Splines (2 Of 2)
    G12066834Courtesy 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
    Nu 1.8 MPI 6 M/T 543 (21.3779) 829.4 (32.6535)
    Nu 1.8 MPI 6 A/T 522.3 (20.5630) 815.3 (32.0984)
    Fig 3: Checking Distance Between Boot Bands
    G12066835Courtesy 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
    G12066836Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  7. Install the Front Driveshaft.

    (Refer to - "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")