Kia Optima: Installation - Rear Upper Arm. Repair procedures - Rear Suspension System - Suspension System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2025 Service ManualKia Optima: Installation

1. Installation is the reverse of removal.
If you don't install the jack, the bolt may cut due to the high work load of upper arm mounting bolt.
Install the component with the specified torques.
When installing the bolt, install the upper arm in no-load condition by using the transmission jack.
Install the rear upper arm to the sub frame using a bolt in horizontally aligned condition.
If tightening the bolt without aligning the bolt holes of rear upper arm and sub frame horizontally, the bolt securing the rear upper arm to the sub frame may come loose and as a result of this, rust and noise may be able to occur later.

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

Inspection
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. 2. Check the rear lower arm for deformation. 3. Check the coil spring and spring pad for deterior ...

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Removal
- Take care not to scratch the crash pad and related parts Smart key unit 1. Disconnec ...

3 Point Rear Center Belt
To fasten the rear center belt 1. Slowly pull the tongue plates out from the retractor. 2. Insert the tongue plate (A) into the open end of the buckle (C) until an audible “click" is hear ...

Headlight escort function
The headlights (and/or taillights) will remain on for approximately 20 minutes after the ignition key is removed or turned to the ACC or LOCK position. However, if the driver’s door is opened an ...

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