[AWD Compression Arm]

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Kia Stinger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove wheel nuts, front wheel and tire (A) from hub.
Tightening torque:

107.9 - 127.5 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb.ft)

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NOTE: Be careful not to damage the wheel bolts when removing the wheel and tire (A).
Remove the front wheel guard.

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Remove the engine room side cover.
G 2.0 T-GDI THETA II (Refer to " ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

G 3.3 T-GDI LAMBDA II (Refer to " ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
Loosen the compression arm pin (A) and nut (B).
Tightening torque:

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

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Remove the compression arm by using the ball joint remover (A).

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Loosen the compression arm bolt & nut from the sub frame.
Tightening torque:

156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb.ft)

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: Install at the empty vehicle height when it is assembled.
Check the front alignment.
(Refer to " ALIGNMENT ")