Kia Sportage: Rear Suspension System
READ NEXT:
Components Location
Sub frame
Assist arm
Upper arm
Lower arm
Trailing arm
Rear axle
Coil spring
Shock absorber
Drive shaft
Stabilizer
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
SEE MORE:
Applying spot sealer
Remove paint from the surface of new parts and body to be spot welded, and
apply spot sealer for rustproofing.
Selecting a welding method
If the thickness of the area to be welded with the panels overlapped is
greater than 0.1 in (3 mm), do plug welding
using a carbon ar
Repair procedures
Replacement
Rear Seat Belt Replacement
CAUTION
When installing the belt, make sure not to damaged the retractor.
1. Remove the following items first.
Rear seat assembly
(Refer to the BD group - "Rear Seat")
Front door scuff trim & Rear door scu