Kia Sportage: Rear Suspension System / Rear Upper Arm Repair procedures
1. |
Remove wheel nuts, wheel and tire (A) from hub.
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft)
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Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the wheel
& tire.
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2. |
Loosen the rear upper arm mounting bolt (A).
Tightening torque:
98.0 - 117.6 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb·ft)
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3. |
Loosen the bolt and nut (A) and then remove the upper arm.
Tightening torque:
98.0 - 117.6 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb·ft)
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4. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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5. |
Check the wheel alignment.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Alignment")
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Removal
1.
Remove wheel nuts, wheel and tire (A) from hub.
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 9 ...
Removal
[2WD]
1.
Loosen the stabilizer link nut (A).
Tightening torque :
98.0 - 117.6 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 7 ...
Other information:
Removal
Parking Brake Shoe
1.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2.
Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub.
Tightening torque :
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13 ...
Description
The components of the hydraulic system
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF)
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Oil pump
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Oil filter
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Valve body
Operation
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