Kia Optima: Inspection - Rear Hub - Carrier. Repair procedures - Rear Axle Assembly - Driveshaft and axle - Kia Optima TF 2011-2023 Service ManualKia Optima: Inspection

1. Check the hub for cracks and the splines for wear.
2. Check the brake disc for scoring and damage.
3. Check the rear axle carrier for cracks.
4. Check the bearing for cracks or damage.

Replacement
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. 2. Remove wheel nuts, rear wheel and tire from rear hub. Ti ...

Suspension System
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Components
1. Sub frame 2. Rear lower arm 3. Trailing arm 4. Rear shock absorber 5. Assist arm 6. Rear upper arm 7. Rear stabilizer bar ...

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 ...

Removal
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the front wheel guard clip(2EA).(Refer to the BD group - "Front bumper") 3. D ...

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