Kia Optima: Inspection - Front Strut Assembly. Repair procedures - Front Suspension System - Suspension System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: 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 piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation.


Disassembly
1. Using the special tool (09546-26000), compress the coil spring (A). Tightening torque:58.8 ~ 68.6N.m(6.0 ~ 7.0kgf.m, 43.4 ~ 50.6lb-ft) ...

Front Lower Arm. Repair procedures
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Reassembly
Thoroughly clean all parts to be assembled.Before installing the parts, apply fresh engine oil to all sliding and rotating surfaces. ...

Removal
Replacing an on/off solenoid valve (SS-A, SS-B) does not require additional hydraulic pressure adjustment; however, the hydraulic pre ...

Parking brake
Type A Type B Checking the parking brake Type A Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal is depressed with 20 kg (44 lb, 196 N) of force. Also, t ...

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