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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Turn ignition OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Remove the universal joint bolt (A).

    Tightening torque  :

    29.4 - 34.3 N.m (3.0 - 3.5 kgf.m, 21.7 - 25.3 lb.ft)

    G13156414Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION:
    • Keep the neutral-range to prevent damaging the clock spring inner cable when handling the steering wheel.
    • Do not reuse the bolt.
  3. Remove the wheel and tire.

    Tightening torque  :

    88.2 - 107.8 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 - 79.5 lb.ft)

    G13156415Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire.
  4. Remove the under cover.

    (Refer to Engine mechanical system - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

  5. Remove the tie rod end ball joint (C) from the knuckle by using the SST (09568-34000).
    1. Remove the split pin (A).
    2. Remove the castle nut (B).
    3. Use the SST (09568-34000).

      Tightening torque  :

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

      G13156416Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
      G13156417Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION:
      • When using SST, be careful not to damage the dust cover of lower arm ball joint.
      • Keep SST tied to the car as there is risk of injury when the SST is dropped while removing the lower arm ball joint.
      • Be sure to use SST when removing the lower arm ball joint as general tool such as lever may damage the peripheral parts.
  6. Loosen the pin (A), and then remove the lower arm nut (B).

    Tightening torque  :

    98.0 - 117.6 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb.ft)

    G13156418Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the stabilizer link nut (A).

    Tightening torque  :

    98.0 - 117.6 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb.ft)

    G13156419Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the muffler hanger.
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  9. Loosen the bolts & nuts and then remove the sub frame (D).

    Tightening torque  :

    Bolt:

    1. 44.1 - 58.8 N.m (4.5 - 6.0 kgf.m, 32.5 - 43.4 lb.ft)
    2. 156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb.ft)

      Nut:

    3. 156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb.ft)
    G13156421Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Loosen the bolts (A) and then remove the heat protector.

    Tightening torque  :

    7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb.ft)

    G13156422Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  11. Loosen the gear box mounting bolts (A) and then remove the gear box.

    Tightening torque  :

    88.2 - 107.8 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 - 79.5 lb.ft)

    G13156423Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  12. Loosen the stabilizer bar mounting bolts (A) and then remove the stabilizer bar.

    Tightening torque  :

    49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)

    G13156424Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  13. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  14. Check the wheel alignment.

    (Refer to Suspension System - "ALIGNMENT ")

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