Kia 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.)
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3. |
Using the SST (09495-3K000),
secure the boot band.
Clearance (A): 2.0 mm (0.079
in) or less
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4. |
To install the dynamic damper
(A), keep the shaft in a straight line and assemble the dynamic damper with
the bands(B).

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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.)
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7. |
Add specified grease to the joint
boot as much as it was wiped away at inspection. |
8. |
Install the both boot band. |
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Do not disassemble the
BJ assembly.
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Special grease must be
applied to the d ...
See also:
Automatic Transaxle Operation
The optional automatic transaxle is electronically controlled.
All normal forward driving is done with the shift lever in the D (Drive) position.
To move the shift lever from the P (Park) position ...
Installation
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Install the component with the specified
torques.
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Note that internal damag ...
Front fog light switch
To turn on the front fog lights, place the switch in the “ON” position. They
will come on when the headlight switch is in the first or second position. ...