Kia Sportage: Components and Components Location | Rear Shock Absorber
Components Location
![](images/books/1921/25/index%2029.png)
- Sub frame
- Assist arm
- Upper arm
- Lower arm
- Trailing arm
- Rear axle
- Coil spring
- Shock absorber
- Drive shaft
- Stabilizer
- Differential carrier
Components
(2WD)
![](images/books/1921/25/index%2030.png)
- Sub frame
- Lower arm
- Trailing arm
- Shock absorber
- Assist arm
- Upper arm
- Stabilizer bar
(4WD)
![](images/books/1921/25/index%2031.png)
- Sub frame
- Assist arm
- Trailing arm
- Upper arm
- Lower arm
- Stabilizer bar
Rear Shock Absorber
Components and Components Location
Components
![](images/books/1921/25/index%2032.png)
- Self locking nut
- Bracket assembly
- Bumper rubber
- Dust cover
- Shock absorber
Repair procedures
Replacement
1. Remove the rear wheel & tire.
Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)
![CAUTION](images/books/1921/25/index%2033.png)
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire (A).
2. Loosen the bolt & nut and then disconnect the shock absorber (A) with the rear axle.
Tightening torque: 137.3 ~ 156.9N.m (14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)
![3. Loosen the shock absorber mounting bolts (A).](images/books/1921/25/index%2034.png)
3. Loosen the shock absorber mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque: 49.0 ~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0lb-ft)
![4. Installation is the reverse of removal.](images/books/1921/25/index%2035.png)
4. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Inspection
1. Check the rubber parts for wear and deterioration.
2. Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation.
![Rear Upper Arm](images/books/1921/25/index%2036.png)
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1. Remove the rear wheel & tire.
Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts
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Repair procedures
Inspection
1. Ignition "ON".
2. Manually operate the control switch and measure the voltage of blower motor.
З. Select the control switch to raise voltage until high speed.
Specification
*AUTO COOLING : Auto speed (4.5V~B+) *AUTO HEATING : Auto speed (4.
Components and Components Location
Components
Rear door trim
Rear door inside handle cap
Rear door belt inside weatherstrip
Rear door trim seal
Rear door module
Rear door panel
Rear door belt weatherstrip
Rear door frame garnish
Rear door body side weatherstrip
Rear do