Kia Forte: Rear Suspension System - Multi link / Trailing Arm

Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Service Manual / Suspension System / Rear Suspension System - Multi link / Trailing Arm

Repair procedures

Removal and Installation

Remove the rear wheel and tire (A).

Tightening torque :

107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft)

Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire.

Remove the trailing arm.

(1)

Loosen the trailing arm bolts (A) from the body.

Tightening torque :

98.1 - 117.7 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb·ft)

(2)

Disconnect the rear wheel speed sensor wiring (A) by loosening the bolt (B).

Tightening torque :

8.8 - 13.7 N·m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf·m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb·ft)

(3)

Remove the trailing arm (C) by loosening the bolts (D).

Tightening torque :

137.3 - 156.9 N·m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf·m, 101.3 - 115.7 lb·ft)

3.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

Rear Assist Arm

Repair procedures Removal and Installation 1. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A). Tightening torque : 107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 ...

Rear Coil Spring

Repair procedures Removal and Installation 1. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A). Tightening torque : 107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 ...

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