Kia Optima Hybrid Owner's Manual Quiz
Suspension System

Rear Shock Absorber Repair Procedures

In this manual: Suspension System
General Information — 4Engine Mechanical System — 50Engine Electrical System — 20Emission Control System — 30Engine Control System/Fuel System — 84Automatic Transmission — 98Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 36Steering — 12Restraints — 50Brake System — 38Body (Interior and Exterior) — 54Body Electrical System — 233Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 57
6steps
~36min
2/5difficulty
04080120160200107.980N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Replacement

  1. Remove the rear wheel and tire.

    Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 108 N·m
    Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire.
  2. Loosen the bolt and nut, then disconnect the shock absorber (A) from the rear axle.

    Tightening torque: 137.3 ~ 157 N·m (14.0 ~ 16.0 kgf·m, 101.3 ~ 115.7 lbf·ft)

  3. Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the shock absorber (A).

    Tightening torque: 49.0 ~ 64 N·m

  4. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    Do not reuse the rear shock absorber upper self-locking nut.

Inspection

  1. Inspect the rubber components for wear and deterioration.
  2. Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and make sure there is no abnormal resistance or unusual noise during operation.

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