Kia Optima: Rear Suspension System / Rear Assist Armature
Repair procedures
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Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
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2. |
Remove the rear wheel and tire.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")
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3. |
Loosen the bolt and nut and then remove the rear assist arm (A).
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To remove the bolt, install the transmission jack under
the lower arm and remove it under no load.
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Before removing the rear assist arm, mark the position
and direction of the bolt and washer before changing.
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Tightening torque
Rear carrier : 137.3 - 156.9 N.m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf.m, 101.3 -
115.7 lb-ft)
Rear sub frame : 107.8 - 117.6 N.m (11.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 79.5 -
86.8 lb-ft)
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1. |
Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
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2. |
Check the rear assist arm for deformation.
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3. |
Check for all bolts and nuts.
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")
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Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the rear wheel and tire.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel") ...
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the rear wheel and tire.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel") ...
Other information:
Theft-alarm stage
The alarm will be activated if any of the following occurs while the system is
armed.
A front or rear door is opened without using the ignition key or transmitter
(or smart key).
The trunk is opened without using the transmitter (or smart key).
The engine hood is open ...
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Hood latch assembly
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Assembly")
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