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Removal And Installation

  1. Remove the front driveshaft.

    (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - "Front Driveshaft ")

  2. Remove the TJ joint assembly.

    (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - "TJ Joint ")

  3. Remove the Dynamic damper.

    (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - "DYNAMIC DAMPER ")

  4. Using a plier or flat-tipped (-) screwdriver, remove the BJ boot bands (A).
    Fig 1: Remove BJ Boot Bands Using Plier Or Flat-Tipped (-) Screwdriver
    G11863691Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the BJ boot.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not disassemble the BJ assembly.
    • Special grease must be applied to the driveshaft joint. Do not substitute with another type of grease.
    • The boot band should be replaced with a new one.