Kia Sorento: Rear Coil Spring 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.

Remove the spring (A), the upper pad (B) and the lower pad (C).

Tightening torque :

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

4.	Installation is the reverse of removal.

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

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

1. Check the spring for distortion, aging or damage. 2. Check the spring upper pad and lower pad for aging or damage. ...

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