Kia Sorento: Rear Driveshaft Reassembly
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Wrap tape around the driveshaft splines (TJ side ) to prevent
damage to the boots.
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| 2. |
Apply grease to the driveshaft and install the boots.
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| 3. |
Apply the specified grease to the inner race (A) and cage (B).
Install the cage (B) so that it is offset on the race as shown.
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| 4. |
Apply the specified grease to the cage and fit the balls into
the cage.
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| 5. |
Position the chamfered side (A) as shown in the illustration.
Install the inner race on the driveshaft(B), and then the snap ring.
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| 6. |
Apply the specified grease to the outer race and install the BJ
outer race onto the driveshaft.
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| 7. |
Apply the specified grease into the TJ boot and install the boot
with a clip.
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| 8. |
Tighten the TJ boot bands.
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| 9. |
Add the specified grease to the BJ as much as wiped away at inspection.
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| 10. |
Install the boots.
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| 11. |
Tighten the BJ boot bands.
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| 12. |
To control the air in the TJ boot, keep the specified distance
between the boot bands when they are tightened.
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Rear Driveshaft DisassemblyCircuit Diagram
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Removal
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative
(-) cable.
2.
Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connecto ...