Kia Sportage: Tires/Wheels / Wheel Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual / Suspension System / Tires/Wheels / Wheel Repair procedures

Hub nut tightening sequence

Tighten the hub nuts as follows.

Tightening torque:

107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft)

When using an impact gun, final tightening torque should be checked using a torque wrench.

Run out inspection

1.	Jack up the vehicle.

Measure the wheel run-out by using a dial indicator as shown below.

Run-out	Aluminum
Radial mm (in.)	Below 0.3 (0.0118)
Lateral mm (in.)	Below 0.3 (0.0118)

3.	If measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the wheel.

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