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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![](images/front_stabilizer_bar-537/357/sdlds0017d.gif)
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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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![](images/front_stabilizer_bar-537/357/sdnss00008d.gif)
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When loosening the nut (A), fix the outer hexagon of
stabilizer bar link.
![](images/front_stabilizer_bar-537/357/scdss9009l.gif)
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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]
![](images/front_stabilizer_bar-537/357/sdnss00010d.gif)
[RH]
![](images/front_stabilizer_bar-537/357/sdnss00011d.gif)
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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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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).
Tig ...
Other information:
Front fog lamp bulb replacement
■ Front fog lamp
If the front fog lamp (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized
Kia dealer.
Side repeater lamp (LED type) bulb replacement
If the side repeater lamp (LED) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by
an authorized ...
Repair procedures
Removal
If ATF is leaking due to damage on O-ring, replace O-ring with a new
one.
(Refer to Oil Pump - "Replacement")
Oil Pump Assembly
1.
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