Kia Sportage: Rear Assist Arm: Repair procedures

Third generation SL (2010â€“2016) / Kia Sportage SL Service & Repair Manual / Suspension System / Rear Suspension System / Rear Assist Arm: Repair procedures

Replacement

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 to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire (A).

Remove the sprit pin and castle nut or bolt and then disconnect the rear assist arm (A) from the rear axle.

Tightening torque :

2WD

44.1 ~ 53.9N.m (4.5 ~ 5.5kgf.m, 32.5 ~ 39.8lb-ft)

4WD

137.3 ~ 156.9N.m (14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)

[2WD]

[4WD]

Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear assist arm (A) from the sub frame.

Tightening torque :

107.9 ~ 117.7N.m (11.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 79.6 ~ 86.8lb-ft)

[2WD]

[4WD]

4.	Installation is the reverse of removal.

Inspection

1.	Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.

2.	Check the rear assist arm for deformation.

3.	Check ball joint for damage.

4.	Check for the all bolts and nuts.

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 to the hub bol ...

Trailing 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 to the hub bol ...

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Kia Sportage: Rear Assist Arm: Repair procedures

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