Kia Sportage: Rear Suspension System / Rear Shock Absorber Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2021) Service Manual / Suspension System / Rear Suspension System / Rear Shock Absorber Repair procedures

Removal

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)

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

Loosen the bolts and nut (A,B) and then remove the shock absorber.

Tightening torque:

A : 49.0 - 63.7 N·m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf·m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb·ft)

B: 137.3-156.9 N·m (14.0-16.0 kgf·m, 101.3-115.7 lb·ft)

Set up the transmission jack under the lower arm in order to remove the shock absorber in no-load condition.

3.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

Inspection

1.	Check the rubber parts for wear and deterioration.

2.	Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation.

Disposal

1.	Fully extend the piston rod.

Drill a hole on the (A) section to remove gas from the cylinder.

The gas released is harmless but be careful of chips that may stir up from drilling.

Components and components location

Components [2WD] 1. Rear sub frame 2. Rear stabilizer bar 3. Rear upper arm 4. Trailing arm 5. Rear axle 6. Rear lower arm 7. Rear ...

Rear Lower Arm Repair procedures

Removal 1. 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 - 9 ...

Other information:

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2021) Service Manual: Components and components location

Components 1. Cowl cross bar assembly 2. Crash pad main wiring harness 3. Steering column lower shroud cover 4. Main crash pad assembly 5. Center defroster garnish assembly 6. Center speaker 7. Center speaker grill assembly 8. Defroster noz ...

Lincoln Corsair Owners Manual: 360 Degree Camera Guide Lines

Active guide lines. Centerline. Fixed guide line: Green zone. Fixed guide line: Yellow zone. Fixed guide line: Red zone. Rear bumper. Active guide lines only show with fixed guide lines. Turn the steering wheel to point the guide lines toward an intended path. If the steering wheel posit ...