Kia Sorento: Front Lower Arm Replacement - Lower Arm 'G' Bushing

Special Service Tool

Tool Name / Number	Illustration	Description
Lower arm 'G' bushing replacement tool 09545 - AL100		Used for replacement of the lower arm 'G' bushing

Replacement - Lower Arm 'G' Bushing

Replace the lower arm 'G' bushing if it only has a crack, noise from bushing without cracks can be improved by applying silicone oil.

Replace the lower arm 'G' bushing by using the SST (09545 - AL100).

Suspension System — Front Suspension System / Front Lower Arm / Replacement - Lower Arm 'G' Bushing illustration

Refer to the enclosed manual for detailed usage instructions.

•	Wear personal protective equipment during press operation.

•	When the press is in operation, ensure that no part of the body comes into contact within the operating range.

•	Due to the risk of injury from falling tools and parts, before operating the press, ensure that all tools and components are securely positioned in their proper places.

•	Lubricate the bushings and mounting surface with grease during the operation.

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Measure the void spacing (A), (B) to ensure that the bushing can be properly installed in the correct direction.

(A) : Ball joint side

(B) : Opposite side

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•	Refer to the enclosed manual for void spacing specifications for each vehicle model.

•	There may be no difference in void spacing for used bushing due to wear.

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Be careful not to install the bushing at the incorrect angle.

Installaion angle (A) : Angle formed counterclockwise from 'A' bushing (B) and 'G' bushing (C) reference

Suspension System — Front Suspension System / Front Lower Arm / Replacement - Lower Arm 'G' Bushing illustration

Refer to the enclosed manual for installation angle specifications for each vehicle model.

•	Clean the bushing mounting surface (A) from any foreign substances using a clean cloth or similar material when installing.

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Ensure that the marking angle (A) of the bushing and the lower arm does not deviate from the reference value.

Reference Value : ± 3°

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•	If excessive pressure is applied after installation is complete, it may result in damage to the components and tools.

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