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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To decrease the cruising speed
Follow either of these procedures:
Move the lever (1) down (to SET-) and hold it. Your vehicle will gradually
slow down. Release the lever at the speed you want to maintain.
Move the lever ...
Trunk Trim. Repair procedures
Replacement
[General]
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Put on gloves to protect
your hands.
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Use ...
Manual Transaxle Operation
The manual transaxle has five forward gears. Press the clutch pedal down fully
while shifting, then release it slowly.
A special safety feature prevents inadvertent shifting from 5 (Fifth) to R ( ...
Inspection