Kia Sorento: TJ Joint Installation - Driveshaft Assembly - Driveshaft and axle - Kia Sorento XM 2011-2025 Service ManualKia Sorento: TJ Joint Installation

Second Generation XM (2011-2025) / Kia Sorento XM 2011-2025 Service Manual / Driveshaft and axle / Driveshaft Assembly / TJ Joint 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 retainer ring (B) on the driveshaft splines (C).

3.
Add specified grease to the joint boot as much as it was wiped away at inspection.
4.
Install the both boot band.
5.
Using the SST(09495-3K000), secure the TJ boot bands.

Clearance (A): 2.0 mm (0.0787 in.) or less

6.
Install the front driveshaft.
(Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - “Front Driveshaft”)
TJ Joint Inspection
1. Check the spider assembly for roller rotation, wear or corrosion. 2. Check the groove inside the joint case for wear or corrosion ...

Dynamic Damper Components
1. BJ assembly 2. BJ circlip 3. BJ boot band 4. BJ boot 5. Dynamic damper band 6. Dynamic damper 7. Shaft 8. TJ boot band 9. TJ boot 10. Spider assembly ...

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Inspection
Test the horn by connecting battery voltage to the 1 terminal and ground the 2 terminal. The horn should make a sound. If the horn fails to make a sound, replace it. Horn Relay Inspec ...

4WD ECU Removal
1. Prior to replacing the 4WD ECU, check the 4WD ECU's clutch learing with the GDS tool. (Refer to 4WD Control System - "Repair procedures") ...

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

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