Kia Optima: Reassembly - Front Driveshaft. Repair procedures - Driveshaft Assembly - Driveshaft and axle - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Reassembly

1. Wrap tape around the driveshaft spline(TJ) to prevent damage to the boots.
2. Apply grease to the joint boot on the side of the wheel and install the boot.

Lubricants Quantity:

GRB006 (UREA) 105g (3.7 OZ.)


3. Using the SST (09495-3K000), secure the boot band.

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

4. To install the dynamic damper (A), keep the shaft in a straight line and assemble the dynamic damper with the bands(B).

5. Assemble the transaxle side joint boot and bands.
6. 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).

Lubricants Quantity:

SH06-VX21 (UREA) 145g (5.1 OZ.)


7. Add specified grease to the joint boot as much as it was wiped away at inspection.
8. Install the both boot band.

Disassembly
• Do not disassemble the BJ assembly. • Special grease must be applied to t ...

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