Kia Sorento XM 2011-2023 Repair Manual

Removal of Front Lower Arm

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5steps
~30min
2/5difficulty
04080120160200107.880N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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  1. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.

    Tightening torque: 88.2 - 108 N·m

  2. Loosen the bolt and nut, and remove the lower arm (A).

    Tightening torque: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

  3. Remove the front lower arm (C) and loosen the bolts (A, B) and nuts. Tightening torque: (A) 117.7 - 137 N·m N·m (B) 156.9 - 176 N·m N·m (16.8 - 18.0 kgf·m, 115.7 - 130.2 lbf·ft)
  4. Installation is the reverse of removal.
  5. Check the wheel alignment. (Refer to Tires/Wheels – Wheel Alignment)

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