Kia Forte BD Quiz
Suspension System

Rear lower arm

In this manual: Suspension System
General Information — 8Maintenance — 32Engine Mechanical System — 47Engine Electrical System — 17Emission Control System — 10Engine Control System/Fuel System — 32Clutch System — 11Manual Transmission — 11DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) System — 16Drive Shaft and Axle — 8Suspension System — 26Steering — 9Restraints — 11Brake System — 27Body (Interior and Exterior) — 119Body Electrical System — 98Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 27
11steps
~66min
3/5difficulty
04080120160200127.594N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Repair Procedures

Removal and Installation

  1. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A).

    Tightening torque: 107.9–128 N·m

  2. Separate the rear shock absorber (A) from the rear knuckle by loosening the lower mounting bolt and nut.

    Tightening torque: 137.3–157 N·m

  3. Disconnect the rear stabilizer link (A) by loosening the nut.

    Tightening torque: 58.8–78 N·m

  4. Remove the lower arm (A) by loosening the bolts and nuts.

    Tightening torque:

    Bolt and nut (B): 137.3–157 N·m

    Bolt and nut (C): 107.9–118 N·m

  5. Remove the stabilizer link from the rear lower arm.

    Tightening torque: 19.6–29 N·m

  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

  7. Check the wheel alignment.

    (Refer to Rear Suspension System — Rear Wheel Alignment)

Inspection

  1. Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.

  2. Inspect the rear lower arm for deformation.

  3. Check that all bolts and nuts are present.

  4. Check the lower part for cracks or cuts.

Test yourself

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