Kia Optima: 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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Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front
wheel & tire. |
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2. |
Loosen the bolt & nut and then
remove the lower arm (A).
Tightening torque:98.1
~ 117.7N.m(10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.6lb-ft)
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3. |
Loosen the bolts and nuts and
then remove the front lower arm (A).
Tightening torqueFront:
117.7 ~ 137.3N.m(12.0 ~ 14.0kgf.m, 86.8 ~ 101.3lb-ft)Rear:
137.3 ~ 156.9N.m(14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)
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4. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
1.
Check the bushing for wear and
deterioration.
2.
Check the front stabilizer bar
for deformation.
3.
Check the all bolts and nuts.
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