Kia Forte: Rear Suspension System - Multi link / Rear Stabilizer Bar

Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Service Manual / Suspension System / Rear Suspension System - Multi link / Rear Stabilizer Bar

Repair procedures

Removal and Installation

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)

Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire.

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)

When loosening the nut, fix the outer hexagon of stabilizer bar link.

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)

4.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

Inspection

1.	Check the rear stabilizer bar for deformation.

2.	Check the rear stabilizer link ball joint for damage.

Rear Lower Arm

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 ...

Rear Assist Arm

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 ...

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