Kia Forte: Rear Suspension System - Multi link / Rear Stabilizer Bar
Repair procedures
1. |
Remove the rear wheel and tire (A).
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. |
Separate the rear stabilizer link (A) by loosening the nut.
Tightening torque :
58.8 - 78.5 N·m (6.0 - 8.0 kgf·m, 43.4 - 57.9 lb·ft)
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When loosening the nut, fix the outer hexagon of stabilizer bar
link.
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3. |
Remove the stabilizer bar (A) from the rear cross member by loosening
the bolts.
Tightening torque :
44.1 - 53.9 N·m (4.5 - 5.5 kgf·m, 32.5 - 39.8 lb·ft)
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4. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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1. |
Check the rear stabilizer bar for deformation.
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2. |
Check the rear stabilizer link ball joint for damage.
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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, 79.6 ...
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, 79.6 ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Components
[Couple torsion beam axle type]
1. Rear wheel speed sensor connector
2. Rear wheel speed sensor
[Multi link type]
1. Rear wheel speed sensor connector
2. ...
Checking the washer fluid
level
The reservoir is translucent so that
you can check the level with a quick
visual inspection.
Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
In warm climates, plain water
may be used if washer fluid is not
available; h ...