Kia Sportage: Rear Suspension System / Rear Shock Absorber 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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2. |
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)
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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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1. |
Check the rubber parts for wear and deterioration.
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2. |
Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal
resistance or unusual sound during operation.
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Disposal
1. |
Fully extend the piston rod.
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2. |
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.
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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 ...
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:
Infant or small child
All 50 states have child restraint laws. You should be aware of the specific
requirements in your state. Child and/or infant seats must be properly placed and
installed in the rear seat. For more information about the use of these restraints,
refer to “Child restraint ...
Description
Block Diagram
Components of LDWS
No
Item
Function
Position
1
LDWS Unit
1)
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) : Detects the current driving ...