Kia Optima: Replacement
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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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Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front
wheel & tire. |
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| 2. |
Remove the wheel speed sensor
(B) from the front strut assembly by loosening mounting bolts (A).
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| 3. |
Disconnect the stabilizer link
(B) from the front strut assembly (A) after loosening the nut.
Tightening torque:98.1
~ 117.7N.m(10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3~86.8lb-ft)
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| 4. |
Disconnect the front strut assembly
(A) from the knuckle by loosening the bolt & nut.
Tightening torque:156.9
~ 176.5N.m (16.0 ~ 18.0kgf.m, 115.7 ~ 130.2lb-ft)
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| 5. |
Remove the front strut assembly
and then loosen the strut mounting nuts (A).
Tightening torque:53.9
~ 68.6N.m(5.5 ~ 7.0kgf.m, 39.8 ~ 50.6lb-ft)
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| 6. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
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)
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See also:
Installation
1.
Remove the ignition key from
the vehicle.
2.
Disconnect the battery negative
cable from battery and wait for at least three minutes before beginning
work.
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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 ...
Seat belt precautions
WARNING
All occupants of the vehicle must wear their seat belts at all times. Seat belts
and child restraints reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries for all occupants
in the event of a col ...
Disassembly