Kia Sorento: Propeller Shaft Removal and Installation

After making a match mark on the flange yoke and transfer companion, remove the propeller shaft mounting bolts (A).

Tightening torque:

49.0 ~ 68.6N.m (5.0 ~ 7.0kgf.m, 36.1 ~ 50.6lb-ft)

Remove the center bearing bracket (A) mounting bolts (B-2ea).

Tightening torque:

49.0 ~ 68.6N.m (5.0 ~ 7.0kgf.m, 36.1 ~ 50.6lb-ft)

After making a match mark on the flange yoke and 4WD coupling companion, remove the propeller shaft mounting bolts (A).

Tightening torque:

49.0 ~ 68.6N.m (5.0 ~ 7.0kgf.m, 36.1 ~ 50.6lb-ft)

Do not reuse bolts.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	When assembl ying propeller shaft, locate marks on flange yoke and T/M transfer flange to be nearly the same loacation.

1. Front propeller shaft 2. Center bearing bracket 3. Rear propeller shaft ...

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