Kia Forte: Rear Suspension System - Multi link / Trailing Arm
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. |
Remove the trailing arm.
(1) |
Loosen the trailing arm bolts (A) from the body.
Tightening torque :
98.1 - 117.7 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb·ft)
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(2) |
Disconnect the rear wheel speed sensor wiring (A) by loosening
the bolt (B).
Tightening torque :
8.8 - 13.7 N·m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf·m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb·ft)
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(3) |
Remove the trailing arm (C) by loosening the bolts (D).
Tightening torque :
137.3 - 156.9 N·m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf·m, 101.3 - 115.7 lb·ft)
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3. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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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:
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the room lamp lens (A) by using a screwdriver or remover.
3.
Disconnect the vanity lamp connector (A).
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Glove box
Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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