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 nut and then remove
the rear stabilizer link (B) from the rear lower arm (A).
Tightening torque:98.1
~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)
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| 3. |
Loosen the nut and then remove
the stabilizer link (A) from the rear stabilizer bar.
Tightening torque:98.1
~ 117.7N.m(10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)
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| 4. |
Loosen the mounting bolt and
then remove the stabilizer bar (B) from the sub frame (A).
Tightening torque:44.1
~ 53.9N.m(4.5 ~ 5.5kgf.m, 32.5 ~ 39.8lb-ft)
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| 5. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
1.
Check the rear stabilizer bar
for deformation.
2.
Check the rear stabilizer link
ball joint for damage.
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See also:
Defroster
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the conductors bonded to the inside surface of the rear
window, never use sharp instruments or window cleaners containing abrasives to clean
the window.
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Identification Number Description. Vehicle Identification Number
1.
World Manufacturer Identifier
(WMI)- KNA (Korea) : Passenger vehicle, MPV(Multipurpose
Passenger Vehicle)/SUV(Sports Utility Vehicle)/RV(Recreational Vehicle)
- 5XX (U. ...
Power Steering
Power steering uses energy from the engine to assist you in steering the vehicle.
If the engine is off or if the power steering system becomes inoperative, the vehicle
may still be steered, but it ...