Kia Optima: Front Suspension System / Front Stabilizer Bar
Repair procedures
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Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
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Remove the front wheel and tire.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")
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Disconnect the stabilizer link with the front strut assembly after loosening
the nut (A).
Tightening torque :
98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)
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When loosening the nut (A), fix the outer hexagon of
stabilizer bar link.
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Be careful not to damage the stabilizer link boots.
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Loosen the nut (A) and disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the stabilizer
bar.
Tightening torque :
98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)
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When loosening the nut (A), fix the outer hexagon of
stabilizer bar link.

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Be careful not to damage the stabilizer link boots.
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Loosen the bolt (A) and remove the stabilizer bar from the sub frame.
Tightening torque :
49.0 - 63.7 N·m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf·m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb·ft)
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[LH]

[RH]

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1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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2. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")
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Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
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Check the front stabilizer bar for deformation.
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3. |
Check the front stabilizer link ball joint for damage.
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Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front wheel and tire.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Wheel&q ...
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:
Components and components location
Components
1. Integrated Body Control Unit
(IBU)
2. TPMS sensor (FL)
3. TPMS sensor (RL)
4. TPMS sensor (RR)
5. TPMS sensor (FR)
Description and operation
Description
The Tire Pressure Mo ...
Fuel pressure test
Fuel Pressure Test
1.
Release the residual pressure in fuel line.
(Refer to Fuel Delivery System - "Release Residual Pressure in Fuel Line")
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