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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: Locate Alignment Marks On Spider Assembly
    G11795384Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Locate Alignment Marks On Spider Assembly And Driveshaft Splines
    G11795385Courtesy 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 TM Distance (L) mm(in.)
    LH side RH side
    Nu 1.8 MPI 6 M/T 542.6(21.3622) 829.0(32.6614)
    Nu 1.8 MPI 6 A/T 522.0(20.5630) 815.0(32.0984)
    Nu 2.0GDI 6 M/T 542.6(21.3622) 829.0(32.6614)
    Nu 2.0GDI 6 A/T 522.0(20.5630) 815.3(32.0984)
    Gamma 1.6 TGDI 6 M/T 530.6(20.8898) 517.9(20.3898)
    Gamma 1.6 TGDI 6 A/T 522.1(20.5551) 537.8(20.1732)
    Fig 3: Check Distance Between Boot Bands
    G11795386Courtesy 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

    Fig 4: Secure TJ Boot Bands
    G11795387Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the Front Driveshaft.

    (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")

  8. Check the front alignment.

    (Refer to Suspension System - "FRONT ALIGNMENT ")

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