Kia Forte: Rear Suspension System - Multi link / Rear Assist Arm
Repair procedures
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Remove the rear wheel and tire (A).
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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 to the hub bolts when removing the rear
wheel and tire.
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| 2. |
Remove the rear assist arm (A) by loosening the bolts and nuts.
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Tightening torque :
Bolt and nut (B) : 137.3 - 156.9 N·m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf·m, 101.3
- 115.7 lb·ft)
Bolt and nut (C) : 107.9 - 117.7 N·m (11.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 79.6
- 86.8 lb·ft)
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Set up the jack under the lower arm in order to remove it in
no-load condition.
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| 3. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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| 4. |
Check the wheel alignment.
(Refer to Rear Suspension System - "Rear Alignment")
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| 1. |
Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
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| 2. |
Check the rear assist arm for deformation..
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| 3. |
Check for all bolts and nut
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Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the rear wheel and tire (A).
Tightening torque :
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79 ...
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the rear wheel and tire (A).
Tightening torque :
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79 ...
Other information:
Adjusting Instrument Cluster
Illumination
The instrument panel illumination
intensity can be adjusted by pressing
the control switch with the headlight
switch in any position when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
The illumination intensity is shown
on the instrument cluster ...
Repair procedures
Inspection
Engine Oil Level
Be sure that the vehicle is on level ground.
1.
Warm up and stop the engine, and then wait for 5 minutes.
2.
Turn the ...
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Trailing Arm