Kia Sportage: Rear Suspension System / Rear Upper Arm Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2021) Service Manual / Suspension System / Rear Suspension System / Rear Upper Arm 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 rear upper arm mounting bolt (A).

Tightening torque:

98.0 - 117.6 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb·ft)

Loosen the bolt and nut (A) and then remove the upper arm.

Tightening torque:

98.0 - 117.6 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb·ft)

4.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

5.	Check the wheel alignment. (Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Alignment")

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 ...

Rear Stabilizer Bar Repair procedures

Removal [2WD] 1. Loosen the stabilizer link nut (A). Tightening torque : 98.0 - 117.6 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 7 ...

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