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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Remove the driveshaft and axle.

    (Refer to Driveshaft and axle - "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")

  2. Remove the propeller shaft (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    49.0~68.6 N.m (5.0~7.0 kgf.m, 36.2~50.6 lb-ft)

    Fig 1: Removing Propeller Shaft
    G12055839Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  3. Loosen the transfer upper & lower mounting bolts. (transfer side → transaxle side)
    Fig 2: Loosening Transfer Upper & Lower Mounting Bolts (1 Of 2)
    G12055840Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    Fig 3: Loosening Transfer Upper & Lower Mounting Bolts (2 Of 2)
    G12055841Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  4. Loosen the transfer lower mounting blot. (transaxle side → transfer side)
    Fig 4: Loosening Transfer Lower Mounting Bolt
    G12055842Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA