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Strut Assembly: Replacement

  1. Position the shock absorber assembly into the wheel housing. Be sure the direction indicator on the front shock absorber upper mounting bracket.
    Fig 1: Positioning The Shock Absorber Assembly Into The Wheel Housing
    G01093406Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Secure the front shock absorber upper mounting bracket to the shock tower with nuts. Tighten the front shock absorber upper mounting bracket nuts.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 33-46 lb. ft (46-62 N.m, 4.7-6.4 kg.m) 
  3. Install the front shock absorber assembly to the front wheel knuckle. Tighten the shock absorber knuckle attaching nuts.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 88-101 lb. ft (119-137 N.m, 12.2-14 kg.m) 
  4. Position the hydraulic brake hose and speed sensor cable to the shock absorber assembly.
  5. Install the wheel and tire assembly and tighten nuts.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 65-79 lb. ft (88-108 N.m, 9.0-11.0 kg.m) 
  6. Lower vehicle.
  7. Check the front wheel alignment.
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