Kia Sorento: Rear Driveshaft Inspection - Rear Driveshaft Assembly - Driveshaft and axle - Kia Sorento XM 2011-2025 Service ManualKia Sorento: Rear Driveshaft Inspection

Second Generation XM (2011-2025) / Kia Sorento XM 2011-2025 Service Manual / Driveshaft and axle / Rear Driveshaft Assembly / Rear Driveshaft Inspection

1.
Check the driveshaft boots for damage and deterioration.
2.
Check the ball joint for wear and damage.
3.
Check the splines for wear and damage.

4.
Check the driveshaft for cracks and wears.
5.
Check the TJ outer race, inner race, cage and balls for rust or damage.
6.
Check for water, foreign matter, or rust in the BJ boot.
  
When the BJ assembly (A) is to be reused, do not wipe away the grease.
Check that there are no foreign substances in the grease. If necessary, clean the BJ assembly (A) and replace grease.

Rear Driveshaft Removal and Installation
1. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub. Tightening torque: 88.2 ~ 107.8 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 ~ 79.5 lb-ft) ...

Rear Driveshaft Disassembly
   • Do not disassemble the BJ assembly. • ...

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Input/Output Specification
Connector Pin Lay Out IMS input/output pin information No Signal Name I/O Contents Remark A1 - - - ...

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