Kia Sorento: Rear Lower Arm Removal

Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub .

Tightening torque :

88.2 ~ 107.8 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 ~ 79.5 lb-ft)

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

Support the rear lower arm (A) with a jack as shown in the illustration.

Certainly install Jack as being danger because of the tension.

Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear lower arm (A) with the rear axle.

Tightening torque :

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

Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear lower arm (B) with the sub frame (A).

Tightening torque :

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

5.	Installation is the reverse of removal.

6.	Check the wheel Alignment. (Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Alignment")

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. 2. Check the rear upper arm or damage and deformation. 3. ...

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. 2. Check the rear lower arm for deformation. ...

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