Kia Optima: Replacement
| 1. |
Remove the rear wheel & tire.
Tightening torque:88.3
~ 107.9 N.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. |
Remove the sprit pin and castle
nut and then disconnect the rear assist arm (A) from the rear axle.
Tightening torque:44.1
~ 53.9N.m(4.5 ~ 5.5kgf.m, 32.5 ~ 39.8lb-ft)
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| 3. |
Loosen the bolt & nut and then
remove the rear assist arm (A) from the sub frame.
Tightening torque:107.9
~ 117.7N.m(11.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 79.6 ~ 86.8lb-ft)
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| 4. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
1.
Check the bushing for wear and
deterioration.
2.
Check for all bolts and nut.
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Headlight escort function
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Wheel replacement
When replacing the metal wheels for
any reason, make sure the new
wheels are equivalent to the original
factory units in diameter, rim width
and offset.
WARNING
A wheel that is not the corr ...
Speed sensing door lock system (if equipped)
All doors will be automatically locked after the vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h
(9.3 mi/h). And all doors will be automatically unlocked when you turn the engine
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