KIA Niro: Rear Lower and Upper Arm Repair procedures
Removal
- Disconnect the battery negative cable.
- Remove the wheel and tire.
Tightening torque: 107.9 - 127.5 N*m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf*m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb*ft)
Warning
Be careful not to damage the wheel nuts when removing the wheel and tire.
- Loosen the rear lower arm bolt (A,B), rear shock absorber bolt (C) and stabilizer link bolt (D) and then remove the rear lower arm.
Tightening torque: (A) 107.9 - 117.7 N*m (11.0 - 12.0 kgf*m, 79.6 - 86.8 lb*ft) (B) 137.3 - 156.9 N*m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf*m, 101.3 - 115.7 lb*ft) (C) 98.0 - 117.6 N*m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf*m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb*ft) (D) 19.6 - 29.4 N*m (2.0 - 3.0 kgf*m, 14.5 - 21.7 lb*ft)
Warning
Set up the transmission jack under the lower arm in order to remove the shock absorber in no-load condition.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Check the wheel alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alignment")
Inspection
- Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
- Check the rear lower arm for deformation.
- Check the coil spring and spring pad for deterioration and deformation.
- Check all bolts and nut.
Rear Upper Arm Repair procedures
Removal
- Disconnect the battery negative cable.
- Remove the wheel and tire.
Tightening torque: 107.9 - 127.5 N*m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf*m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb*ft)
Warning
Be careful not to damage the wheel nuts when removing the wheel and tire.
- Loosen the wheel speed sensor bracket bolt (A) from the rear upper arm.
Tightening torque: 6.8 - 10.7 N*m (0.7 - 1.1 kgf*m, 5.0 - 7.9 lb*ft)
Warning
Set up the transmission jack under the lower arm in order to remove the shock absorber in no-load condition.
- Loosen the bolt from the upper arm.
Tightening torque: 137.3 - 156.9 N*m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf*m, 101.3 - 115.7 lb*ft)
- Loosen the upper arm bolt and then remove the upper arm.
Tightening torque: 137.3 - 156.9 N*m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf*m, 101.3 - 115.7 lb*ft)
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inspection
- Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
- Check all bolts and nuts.
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Rear Stabilizer Bar Repair procedures
Removal
Disconnect the battery negative cable.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N*m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf*m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb*ft)
Warning
Be careful not to damage the wheel nuts when removing the wheel and
tire.
Trailing Arm Repair procedures
Removal
Disconnect the battery negative cable.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N*m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf*m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb*ft)
Warning
Be careful not to damage the wheel nuts when removing the wheel and
tire.
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Driver Attention Warning operation
Basic function
The basic function of Driver Attention
Warning is to warn the driver 'Consider
taking a break'.
Taking a break
A: Consider taking a break
Warning message will appear on the
cluster and an audible warning will
sound
Maintenance services
Owner's responsibility
Have your vehicle serviced by a professional
workshop. Kia recommends
to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service
partner.
Retain documents that show proper
maintenance.
Establish your compliance with the
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