Kia Optima: Front Lower Arm. Repair procedures

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 ...

Replacement

1. Remove the front wheel & tire. Tightening torque:88.3 ~ 107.9N.m(9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft) ...

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Measuring Body Dimensions
1. Basically, all measurements in this manual are taken with a tracking gauge. 2. When a measuring tape is used, check to be sure there is no elongation, twis ...

Supplemental Restraint System Service
Your Supplemental Restraint System is virtually maintenance-free. There are no parts which you can service. You must have the system serviced under the following circumstances: If an air bag ev ...

Removal
1. Remove the battery and the battery tray. (Refer to "Charging system" in EE group.) 2. Remove the under cover (A). Tightening torque:7.8 ~ 11 ...