Kia Optima: Disassembly
| 1. | Using the special tool (09546-26000),
compress the coil spring (A).
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| 2. | Remove the self-locking nut (C) from the strut assembly (B). |
| 3. | Remove the insulator, spring seat, coil spring and dust cover from the strut assembly. |
| 4. | Reassembly is the reverse of the disassembly. |
Replacement
1.
Remove the front wheel & tire.
Tightening torque:88.3
~ 107.9N.m(9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)
...
Inspection
1.
Check the strut bearing for wear
and damage.
2.
Check the spring upper and lower
seat for damage and deterioration.
3.
Compress and extend the pist ...
See also:
Components(1)
1. Front bumper cover
2. Front bumper upper strip assembly
3. Radiator grill upper cover
4. Front bumper lower stiffner
5. Front bumper rail assembly
6. Front bum ...
Side impact air bag
Your vehicle is equipped with a side impact air bag in each front seat. The purpose
of the air bag is to provide the vehicle's driver and/or the front passenger with
additional protection ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery negative
cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
2.
To remove the seat belt anchor
pretensioner (C), keep on push ...
Categories
Kia Optima Manuals
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