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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGENESIS2021G80 2.5T ADVANCED, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISDRIVELINES & AXLESAXLE SHAFTSFRONT DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLYJOINT ASSEMBLY (TRANSAXLE SIDE)REPAIR PROCEDURESREMOVAL

2021 Genesis G80 2.5T Advanced, AWD

Repair Procedures: Removal

2021 Genesis G80 2.5T Advanced, AWDSECTION Removal

CAUTION:

Drive shaft joints require special grease, so do not add any other type of grease.
When replacing the boot band, it must be a new one.

Remove the front driveshaft.
(Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")

Remove the transaxle side large diameter (A) and small diameter (B) boot bands.

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Information

Use the right tool for each type of boot band as shown in the table below.

Ear type	Hook type	Hook type [Low profile]
Driver (-)	Driver (-)	SST (0K495-2W000)
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NOTE:

When using the low profile hook type boot band, fit the SST tip (B) into the boot band hole (A) as shown below.

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Remove the transaxle joint housing (A).

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Remove the snap ring (A) using a snap ring pliers.

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Remove the spider assembly (A) from the driveshaft using a puller.

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Remove trans axle side boot (A).

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Clean the inside of the spider assembly and joint housing.
- Remove grease inside the housing as much as possible.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.