Kia Sportage: Rear Suspension System / Coil Spring Repair procedures
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Remove wheel nuts, wheel and tire (A) from hub.
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 the hub bolts when removing the wheel
& tire.
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Loosen the bolts (A) and then remove the coil spring (B).
Tightening torque:
137.3-156.9 N·m (14.0-16.0 kgf·m, 101.3-115.7 lb·ft)
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Set up the transmission jack under the lower arm in order to
remove the shock absorber 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 Tires/Wheels - "Alignment")
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Removal
1.
Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove wheel nuts, wheel and tire (A) from h ...
Removal
[2WD]
1.
Remove wheel nuts, wheel and tire (A) from hub.
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13 ...
Other information:
Component Location
1. Front door outside handle
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Replacement
1.
Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
2.
Remove the battery.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
3.
Remove the air clea ...