Kia Cee'd: Rear Suspension System / Rear Upper Arm Repair procedures

Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual / Suspension System / Rear Suspension System / Rear Upper Arm Repair procedures

Replacement

1.	Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.

Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub.

Tightening torque:

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

•	Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear upper arm (A) from the rear axle.

Tightening torque:

137.3 ~ 156.9N.m(14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)

Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear upper arm (A) from the sub frame.

Tightening torque:

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

5.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

6.	Check the wheel alignment.

Inspection

1.	Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.

2.	Check the rear lower arm for deformation.

3.	Check the coil spring and spring pad for deterioration and deformation.

4.	Check for all bolts and nut.

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