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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
    G08321852Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Identifying Alignment Marks On Spider Assembly And Driveshaft Splines
    G08321853Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  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 & T/M Distance(L) mm(in)
    LH side RH side
    Gasoline 1.6 & M/T 512.5 (20.2) 792.9 (31.2)
    Gasoline 1.6 & A/T 489.6 (19.3) 781.3 (30.8)
    Fig 3: Identifying Distance L Between Boot Bands
    G08321854Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Using the SST (09495-3K000), secure the TJ boot bands.

    Clearance (A):  2.0 mm (0.079 in) or less

    Fig 4: Securing TJ Boot Bands Using SST (09495-3K000)
    G08321855Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the Front Driveshaft. (Refer to "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")
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