Kia Optima: Installation
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Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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If you don't
install the jack, the bolt may cut due to the high work
load of upper arm mounting bolt. |
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Install the component
with the specified torques. |
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When installing
the bolt, install the upper arm in no-load condition by
using the transmission jack. |
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Install the rear
upper arm to the sub frame using a bolt in horizontally
aligned condition. |
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If tightening
the bolt without aligning the bolt holes of rear upper arm
and sub frame horizontally, the bolt securing the rear upper
arm to the sub frame may come loose and as a result of this,
rust and noise may be able to occur later. |
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1.
Remove the rear wheel & tire.
Tightening torque:88.3
~ 107.9N.m(9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)
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1.
Check the bushing for wear and
deterioration.
2.
Check the rear lower arm for
deformation.
3.
Check the coil spring and spring
pad for deterior ...
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Inspection
1.
Check the engine oil quality.
Check the oil deterioration, entry of water, discoloring of thinning. If
the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.
2.
Check t ...
Inspection
1.
Measure terminal-to-terminal
resistance of the blower resistor.
2.
measured resistance is not within
specification, the blower resistor must be replaced. (After re ...
Noise and smoke
When the air bags inflate, they make a loud noise and they leave smoke and powder
in the air inside of the vehicle. This is normal and is a result of the ignition
of the air bag inflator. After th ...