Kia Optima Hybrid: Rear Suspension System / Rear Lower Arm Repair procedures
| Replacement |
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Remove the rear wheel & tire.
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| 2. |
Loosen the nut and then remove the rear stabilizer link (B) from the rear lower arm (A).
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| 3. |
Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear lower arm (A) from the rear axle.
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| 4. |
Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear lower arm (B) from the sub frame (A).
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| 5. |
Installation is the reverse of removal.
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| Inspection |
| 1. |
Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. |
| 2. |
Check the rear lower arm for deformation. |
| 3. |
Check the coil spring and spring pad for deterioration and deformation. |
| 4. |
Check for all bolts and nut. |
Rear Upper Arm Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Remove the rear wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m(9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft) Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel ...
Rear Stabilizer Bar Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Remove the rear wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft) Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel ...
Other information:
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Troubleshooting
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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Description and Operation
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