Kia Optima: Front Suspension System / Front Stabilizer Bar
Repair procedures
| Removal |
| 1. |
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal. |
| 2. |
Remove the front wheel and tire. (Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel") |
| 3. |
Disconnect the stabilizer link with the front strut assembly after loosening the nut (A).
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| 4. |
Loosen the nut (A) and disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the stabilizer bar.
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| 5. |
Loosen the bolt (A) and remove the stabilizer bar from the sub frame.
[LH]
[RH]
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| Installation |
| 1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal. |
| 2. |
Check the alignment. (Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment") |
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. |
| 2. |
Check the front stabilizer bar for deformation. |
| 3. |
Check the front stabilizer link ball joint for damage. |
Front Lower Arm
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front wheel and tire.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Wheel&q ...
Sub Frame
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Loosen the bolt (A) and remove the universal joint (B).
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Other information:
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