Kia Sportage: Tires/Wheels / Wheel Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual / Suspension System / Tires/Wheels / Wheel Repair procedures

Hub nut tightening sequence
Tighten the hub nuts as follows.
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft)

  
When using an impact gun, final tightening torque should be checked using a torque wrench.
Run out inspection
1.
Jack up the vehicle.
2.
Measure the wheel run-out by using a dial indicator as shown below.
Run-out
Aluminum
Radial mm (in.)
Below 0.3 (0.0118)
Lateral mm (in.)
Below 0.3 (0.0118)

3.
If measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the wheel.

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