Kia Optima Hybrid: Rear Suspension System / Rear Upper Arm Repair procedures
| Replacement |
| 1. |
Remove the rear wheel & tire.
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| 2. |
Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear upper arm (A) from the rear axle.
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| 3. |
Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear upper arm (A) from the sub frame.
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| 4. |
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 Shock Absorber 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 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 ...
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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Components and Components Location
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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: CVVT & Camshaft Repair procedures
Removal 1. Remove the cylinder head cover. 2. Set No.1 cylinder to TDC/compression. a. Turn the crankshaft pulley and align its groove with the timing mark "T" of the lower timing chain cover. b. Check that the mark(A) of the CVVT sprockets are in straight line on the cylinder head surface as shown in ...