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Repair Procedures: Replacement

  1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.

    Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.

  2. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.

    Tightening torque: 

    88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)

    Fig 1: Wheel And Tire
    G09773326Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire (A).
  3. Remove the stabilizer link (A) loosening the nut.

    Tightening torque: 

    98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3~86.8lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Stabilizer Link & Nut (1 Of 2)
    G09773327Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 3: Stabilizer Link & Nut (2 Of 2)
    G09773328Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.