International. Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions has launched the E-Axle RepSystem-M, the first repair kit for electric motors in the first-generation Hyundai Ioniq.
This pioneering kit is designed to repair e-axle motors on Hyundai Ioniq AE-EV models, 2016-2019, with 88 kW EM09 engine, eliminating the need to replace the entire motor or the entire axle.
The E-Axle RepSystem-M allows damaged bearings to be replaced efficiently and economically. This repair process, slightly longer than a complete axle replacement, represents significant cost savings for vehicle owners, which could reach four-digit figures in euros.
Schaeffer points out that more than half of the failures in electric transmission motors are due to defective bearings, which cause unwanted vibrations and noises. The new kit includes all the components needed for a professional repair, including a seal for the rotary shaft, O-rings, flat gaskets and sealant paste. In addition, a detailed, easy-to-understand repair manual is available, with the necessary torques for safe installation.
Maik Evers, Head of Product Management Drivetrain Systems at Schaeffler, comments: "We are continuously expanding our e-mobility offering to meet the demands of the growing EV fleet. With the E-Axle RepSystem-M, we are introducing a key solution for professional e-axle repair."
This solution is in addition to the E-Axle RepSystem-G, launched at Automechanika 2022 for the Volkswagen e-Golf, and now also available for the Hyundai Ioniq. Schaeffler plans to introduce more e-axle kits from other manufacturers later this year. In addition, the "E-Drive Stator Lift", a specialized tool for the repair of electric motors, is in the pre-production stage.
Schaeffler continues to strengthen its role in the transition to comprehensive mobility, combining its expertise in the development and production of OE drivetrains, electric motors and power electronics to deliver innovative and market-oriented solutions.
For more information about the E-Axle RepSystem-M and other products, please visit the Schaeffler and TecDoc e-catalogues.
