Kia Optima: Rear Cross Member. Repair procedures
Replacement
| 1. | Remove the rear wheel & tire.
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| 2. | Remove the rear lower arm. (Refer to lower arm) |
| 3. | Remove the rear shock absorber. (Refer to rear shock absorber) |
| 4. | Remove the rear upper arm. (Refer to rear upper arm) |
| 5. | Remove the trailing arm.
(Refer to trailing arm) |
| 6. | Remove the rear assist arm. (Refer to rear assist arm) |
| 7. | Remove the rear muffler.
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| 8. | Loosen the mounting bolts and
then remove the rear cross member (A) from the frame.
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| 9. | Installation is the reverse of removal. |
Trailing Arm. 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)
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Suspension System. Tires/Wheels. Tire. Repair procedures
Tire wear
1.
Measure the tread depth of the
tires.
Tread depth [limit] : 1.6
mm (0.063 in.)
2.
If the remaining tread depth
(A) is less ...
See also:
Components and Components Location
Component Location
1. Slide motor
2. Front height motor
3. Rear height motor
4. Lumber support motor
5. Power seat control switch
6. Recline motor
7. Reclin ...
Front Seat
WARNING - Driver’s Seat
Adjusting the driver’s seat with the vehicle in motion could cause loss
of control and a serious accident.
Do not allow anything to interfere with the normal posi ...
Interior light
CAUTION
Do not use the interior lights for extended periods when the engine is not running.
It may cause battery discharge.
WARNING
Do not use the interior lights when driving in the dark. Accid ...