Kia Optima: Replacement
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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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Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel
& tire. |
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| 2. |
Loosen the bolt & nut and then
disconnect the shock absorber (A) from the rear axle.
Tightening torque:137.3
~ 156.9N.m(14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)
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| 3. |
Loosen the mounting bolts and
then remove the shock absorber (A).
Tightening torque:49.0
~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0lb-ft)
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| 4. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Don't reuse rear shock absorber upper self-locking nut. |
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1.
Check the rubber parts for wear
and deterioration.
2.
Compress and extend the piston
rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound
du ...
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Checking the Manual Transaxle Oil Level
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
WARNING - Lifting Your Vehicle
If you raise your vehicle, always ensure that it is supported at all four jacking
or lift points for the vehicle. Do ...
Removal and Installation
Disassembly of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering
of cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, e ...
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Manual Transmission - Depress the clutch pedal fully and shift the transmission
into Neutral. Keep the clutch pedal depressed while turning the ignitio ...
Inspection