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Repair Procedures: Installation

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
1. Be careful not to damage the O-ring (A). If the O-ring is damaged, replace with a new one.
2. Smear and cover splines (B) with molybdenum type high pressure grease.
  GREASE SPL-1 or equivalent
  
  Fig 1: Locate O-Ring And Cover Splines
  Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
3. Install the propeller shaft so that the runout markings (Transfer assembly 1 ea, propeller shaft 1 ea) are close to each other.
  
  Fig 2: Runout Markings On Propeller Shaft
  Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.