Kia Sorento: Rear Cross Member Repair procedures

Kia Sorento (MQ4, 2021-2026) Service Manual / Suspension System / Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member Repair procedures

Removal

1.	Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.

2.	Remove the rear wheel and tire. (Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")

Remove the bolt (A) and nut and remove the rear shock absorber from the rear lower arm.

Tightening torque :

156.9 - 176.5 N·m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf·m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb·ft)

Suspension System — Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member / Repair procedures / Removal illustration

Remove the bolt and nut (A) and then remove the rear lower arm from the rear axle.

Tightening torque :

156.9 - 176.5 N·m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf·m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb·ft)

Suspension System — Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member / Repair procedures / Removal illustration

•	Set up the transmission jack under the lower arm in order to control arm in no-load condition.

•	Before removing the rear lower arm, mark the position and direction of the bolt and washer before changing.

Remove the nut (A) and then disconnect the rear stabilizer bar link (B) from the rear lower arm.

Tightening torque :

78.4 - 98.0 N·m (8.0 - 10.0 kgf·m, 57.8 - 72.3 lb·ft)

Suspension System — Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member / Repair procedures / Removal illustration

•	When removing the nut (A), fix the outer hexagon of stabilizer bar link.

•	Be careful not to damage the stabilizer bar link boots.

6.	Remove the rear coil spring (A).

7.	Remove the rear axle assembly. (Refer to Driveshaft and axle - "Rear Hub - Carrier")

8.	Remove the rear muffler. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Muffler")

9.	Remove the rear differential carrier assembly. [AWD Only] (Refer to Driveshaft and axle - "Rear Differential Carrier")

10.

After supporting the jack, remove the mounting bolts (A) and nuts (B) and remove the rear cross member.

Tightening torque

Bolt (A) : 176.5 - 196.1 N·m (18.0 - 20.0 kgf·m, 130.2 - 144.7 lb·ft)

Nut (B) : 176.5 - 196.1 N·m (18.0 - 20.0 kgf·m, 130.2 - 144.7 lb·ft)

Suspension System — Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member / Repair procedures / Removal illustration

11.

Remove the nut (A) and bolt (B) and remove the rear upper arm (C) from the rear cross member.

Tightening torque :

156.9 - 176.5 N·m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf·m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb·ft)

Suspension System — Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member / Repair procedures / Removal illustration

12.

Remove the nut (A), washer (B), and bolt (C) and remove the rear assist arm (D) from the rear cross member.

Tightening torque :

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

Suspension System — Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member / Repair procedures / Removal illustration

13.

Remove the bolt, nut and washer and remove the rear lower arm (A) from the rear cross member.

Tightening torque :

156.9 - 176.5 N·m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf·m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb·ft)

Suspension System — Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member / Repair procedures / Removal illustration

14.

Remove the bracket mounting bolts (A) and nuts (B) and remove the rear stabilizer bar (C) from the rear cross member.

Tightening torque :

63.7 - 73.5 N·m (6.5 - 7.5 kgf·m, 47.0 - 54.2 lb·ft)

Suspension System — Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member / Repair procedures / Removal illustration

Insepction

1.	Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.

2.	Check for all bolts and nuts.

Installation

1.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

2.	Check the alignment. (Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")

Rear Stabilizer Bar Repair procedures

Removal [2WD] 1. Disconnect the (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the and nuts (A) and then disco...

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Kia Sorento: Rear Cross Member Repair procedures

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