Kia Sportage: Driveshaft Assembly / BJ Boot Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2020) Service Manual / Driveshaft and axle / Driveshaft Assembly / BJ Boot Repair procedures

Replacement

1.	Remove the front driveshaft. (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - “Front Driveshaft”)

2.	Remove the TJ joint assembly. (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - “TJ Joint”)

3.	Remove the Dynamic damper. (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - “Dynamic Damper”)

4.	Using a plier or flat-tipped (-) screwdriver, remove the BJ boot bands (A).

5.	Remove the BJ boot.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Do not disassemble the BJ assembly.

•	Special grease must be applied to the driveshaft joint. Do not substitute with another type of grease.

•	The boot band should be replaced with a new one.

7.	Check the front alignment. (Refer to Suspension System - "Front Alignment")

Dynamic Damper Repair procedures

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