Santa Fe V6-3.5L (2004)
8. After lowering the jack, move the differential carrier to the rear, and then remove it.
9. Using a plastic hammer, disconnect the rear driveshaft from the rear axle hub.
CAUTION:
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Use a pry bar to avoid damage to the joint
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If you pull the driveshaft with excessive force, components inside the pint can be loosened and cause the boot to be torn or the bearing tube
damaged.
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Plug the transaxle case opening with an oil seal cap in order to avoid contamination.
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Support the driveshaft properly.
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While loosening the driveshaft nut, do not let the vehicle weight bear on the wheel bearing.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse of removal
NOTE:
1. Tighten the components to the specified torque as follows.
