Kia Sorento XM 2011-2023 Repair Manual

Dynamic Damper Removal

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6steps
~36min
2/5difficulty
Done 0 of 6
  1. Remove the front drive shaft. (Refer to Drive Shaft Assembly - "Front Drive Shaft")
  2. Remove the TJ joint assembly. (Refer to Drive Shaft Assembly - "TJ Joint")
  3. Remove both sides of the band (B) of the dynamic damper (A).
  4. Secure the drive shaft (A) in a vise (B), as shown in the illustration.
  5. Apply soapy powder to the shaft to prevent damage between the shaft splines and the dynamic damper when the dynamic damper is removed.
  6. Carefully separate the dynamic damper (A) from the shaft (B).

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