Kia Optima: Replacement
| 1. |
Remove the rear 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 the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel
& tire. |
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| 2. |
Loosen the bolt & nut and then
disconnect the shock absorber (A) from the rear axle.
Tightening torque:137.3
~ 156.9N.m(14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)
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| 3. |
Loosen the mounting bolts and
then remove the shock absorber (A).
Tightening torque:49.0
~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0lb-ft)
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| 4. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Don't reuse rear shock absorber upper self-locking nut. |
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1.
Check the rubber parts for wear
and deterioration.
2.
Compress and extend the piston
rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound
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