Kia Optima Hybrid: Rear Suspension System / Rear Stabilizer Bar Repair procedures
| Replacement |
| 1. |
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 nut and then remove the stabilizer link (A) from the rear stabilizer bar.
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| 4. |
Loosen the mounting bolt and then remove the stabilizer bar (B) from the sub frame (A).
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| 5. |
Installation is the reverse of removal. |
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Check the rear stabilizer bar for deformation. |
| 2. |
Check the rear stabilizer link ball joint for damage. |
Rear Lower 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 Assist Arm Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Remove the rear wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m(9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft) Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel ...
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