Kia Sportage: Rear Suspension System / Rear Stabilizer Bar Repair procedures
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Loosen the stabilizer link nut (A).
Tightening torque :
98.0 - 117.6 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.7 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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2. |
Loosen the bolt (A) and then remove the stabilizer bar.
Tightening torque:
44.1 - 53.9 N·m (4.5 - 5.5 kgf·m, 32.5 - 39.8 lb·ft)
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3. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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1. |
Remove the rear driver shaft.
(Refer to Driveshaft and axle - "Rear Drive Shaft Assembly")
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2. |
Remove the rear differential carrier.
(Refer to Driveshaft and axle - "Rear Differential Carrier")
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3. |
Loosen the stabilizer link nut (A).
Tightening torque:
98.0 - 117.6 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.7 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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4. |
Loosen the bolt (A) and then remove the stabilizer bar.
Tightening torque:
44.1 - 53.9 N·m (4.5 - 5.5 kgf·m, 32.5 - 39.8 lb·ft)
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5. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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1. |
Check the rear stabilizer bar for deformation.
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2. |
Check the rear stabilizer link ball joint for damage.
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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 ...
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:
- Detach the speed restriction label (1) from the sealant bottle (2), and place
it in a highly visible place inside the vehicle such as on the steering wheel to
remind the driver not to drive too fast.
1. Thoroughly shake the sealant bottle.
2. Screw connection hose (10) onto the connector ...
Components
1. Panorama sunroof mechanism
2. Panorama sunroof frame complete
3. Panorama sunroof center cover
4. Panorama sunroof glass motor
5. Panorama sunroof roller blind motor
6. Roof rack side molding
7. Panorama sunroof slide
8. P ...