Kia Optima: Rear Suspension System / Rear Upper Arm
Repair procedures
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Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
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Remove the rear wheel and tire.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")
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Loosen the bolt and nut and remove the rear upper arm (A).
Tightening torque :
137.3 - 156.9 N.m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf.m, 101.3 - 115.7 lb-ft)
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Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
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2. |
Check for all bolts and nuts.
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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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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:
Average Fuel Economy (1)
The average fuel economy is calculated by the total driving distance and
fuel consumption since the last average fuel economy reset.
- Fuel economy range : 0 ~ 99.9 L/100km or MPG
The average fuel economy can be reset both manually and automatically.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Rear center seat belt retractor
Repair procedures
Replacement
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When installing th ...