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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.

    Tightening Torque: 

    88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)

    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).
    Fig 1: Removing Front Wheel And Tire From Front Hub
    G11803699Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Remove the front assembly.

    (Proceed to Front Suspension System - "FRONT STRUT ASSEMBLY ")

  3. Disconnect the front upper arm (A) with the front strut assembly bracket (B) by loosening the bolt.

    Tightening Torque: 

    98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Disconnecting Front Upper Arm With Front Strut Assembly Bracket
    G11803700Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    CAUTION:
    • Keep mind in upper arm installing angle.
  5. Check the alignment.

    (Proceed to Tires/Wheels - "ALIGNMENT ")