Kia Forte BD Quiz
Suspension System

Rear Upper Arm

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5steps
~30min
2/5difficulty
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. Remove the rear upper arm.

    1. Separate the rear upper arm (A) from the rear knuckle by loosening the bolt and nut.

      Tightening torque: 137.3–157 N·m

    2. Separate the rear upper arm (A) from the rear crossmember by loosening the bolt and nut.

      Tightening torque: 137.3–157 N·m

    3. Remove the rear upper arm.

  3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Inspection

  1. Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.

  2. Check that all bolts and nuts are present.

Test yourself

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