KIA Niro: 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.
- Loosen the rear stabilizer link bolt (A).
Tightening torque: 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.
- Loosen the bolts (A) and then remove the rear stabilizer bar.
Tightening torque: 44.1 - 53.9 N*m (4.5 - 5.5 kgf*m, 32.5 - 39.8 lb*ft)
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inspection
- Check the rear stabilizer bar for deformation.
- Check the rear stabilizer link ball joint for damage.
Rear Assist 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 bolts (A,B) and then remove the rear assist arm.
Tightening torque: (A) 137.3 - 156.9 N*m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf*m, 101.3 - 115.7 lb*ft) (B) 107.9 - 117.7 N*m (11.0 - 12.0 kgf*m, 79.6 - 86.8 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 all bolts and nut.
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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.
Rear Cross Member 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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Checking the washer fluid level
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Operation
Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
Plain water may be used if
washer fluid is not available.
However, use wash
Power tailgate
Operating the power tailgate
Operation
Press the power tailgate open/close
button inside the vehicle or with the
smart key for 1 second. The power
tailgate opens with a warning sound.
Press and hold the power tailgate
open/clos
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