Kia Stinger: Rear Suspension System / Rear Upper Arm
Repair procedures
[Rear upper arm rear]
1. |
Remove wheel nuts, 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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Be careful not to damage the wheel bolts when removing the wheel
and tire (A).
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2. |
Loosen the rear upper arm bolt & nut and then separate the rear upper
arm rear from the rear axle.
Tightening torque :
117.7 - 132.4 N·m (12.0 - 13.5 kgf·m, 86.8 - 97.6 lb·ft)
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Up the transmission jack under the lower arm in order to remove
the rear upper arm in no-load condition.
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3. |
Loosen the upper arm rear bolt and then remove the rear upper arm.
Tightening torque :
117.7 - 132.4 N·m (12.0 - 13.5 kgf·m, 86.8 - 97.6 lb·ft)
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4. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Install at the empty vehicle height when it is assembled.
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[Rear upper arm front]
1. |
Remove wheel nuts, 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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Be careful not to damage the wheel bolts when removing the wheel
and tire (A).
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2. |
Remove the brake caliper.
(Refer to Brake system - "Rear disc brake")
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3. |
Disconnect the EPB connector (A).

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4. |
Loosen the stabilizer link nut and then separate the rear axle.
Tightening torque :
98.1 - 117.7 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb·ft)
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5. |
Loosen the rear upper front bolt & nut from the rear axle.
Tightening torque :
117.7 - 132.4 N·m (12.0 - 13.5 kgf·m, 86.8 - 97.6 lb·ft)
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6. |
Loosen the rear shock absorber upper bolts and the remove the rear shock
absorber.
Tightening torque :
63.7 - 78.4 N·m (6.5 - 8.0 kgf·m, 47.0 - 57.9 lb·ft)
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7. |
Remove the propeller shaft.
(Refer to Driveshaft and axle - "Propeller shaft")
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8. |
Remove the rear muffler.
D 2.2 R VGT (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Muffler")
G 2.0 T-GDI THETA II (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Muffler")
G 3.3 T-GDI LAMBDA II (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Muffler")
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9. |
Loosen the rear cross member nuts & bolts and then remove the rear cross
member.
Tightening torque :
(A,C) : 176.5 - 196.1 N·m (18.0 - 20.0 kgf·m, 130.2 - 144.7 lb·ft)
(B) : 44.1 - 58.8 N·m (4.5 - 6.0 kgf·m, 32.5 - 43.4 lb·ft)
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10. |
Loosen the rear upper arm front nut & bolt and then remove the rear upper
arm front from the rear cross member.
Tightening torque :
117.7 - 132.4 N·m (12.0 - 13.5 kgf·m, 86.8 - 97.6 lb·ft)
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11. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Install at the empty vehicle height when it is assembled.
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12. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alignment")
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1. |
Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
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2. |
Check the ball joint for rotating torque.
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Components and components location
Components
1. Lock nut
2. Rear insulator
3. Bumper stopper
4. Dust cover
5. Shock absorber
Repair procedu ...
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Remove wheel nuts, wheel and tire (A) from hub.
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94. ...
Other information:
✽ NOTICE - Warning lights
Make sure that all warning lights are OFF after starting the engine. If any
light is still ON, this indicates a situation that needs attention.
Air bag Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:
Once you set the Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
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Specifications
Specification
▷AGM80L - DIN
Item
Specification
Capacity [20 hr / 5 hr] (AH)
80 / 64
Cold Cranking Amperage (A)
800 (SAE) / 800 (EN)
Reserve Capacity (Min)
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