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Kia Sorento XM 2011-2023 Repair Manual

Removal of Front Stabilizer Bar

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15steps
~90min
4/5difficulty
04080120160200107.880N·mlb·ft
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  1. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.

    Tightening torque: 88.2 - 108 N·m

  2. Disconnect the stabilizer link (B) from the front strut assembly (A) after loosening the nut.

    Tightening torque: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

  3. Remove the cotter pin and castle nut, then disconnect the tie rod end (A) from the front knuckle.

    Tightening torque: 23.5 ~ 33 N·m

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

    Tightening torque: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

  5. Loosen the bolt (A), then disconnect the universal joint assembly from the steering gear shaft.

    Tightening torque: 32.4 ~ 37 N·m

  6. Remove the under cover. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")
  7. Loosen the bolts (A, B) and remove the roller rod upper bracket. Tightening torque: (A) 107.9 - 128 N·m N·m (B) 49.0 - 64 N·m N·m
  8. Remove the stopper bolt (A) of the roller rod.

    Tightening torque: 107.9 - 128 N·m

  9. Disconnect the muffler rubber mount (A).
  10. Remove the front crossmember. (Refer to Front Suspension System - "Front Crossmember")
  11. Loosen the bolts (A - 4 pcs) and remove the stabilizer bar (B) from the subframe.

    Tightening torque: 49.0 ~ 64 N·m

  12. Installation is the reverse of removal.
  13. Add power steering fluid to the reservoir.
  14. Bleed the power steering system. (Refer to General Information - "Repair Procedures (Air Bleeding)").
  15. Check the wheel alignment. (Refer to Tires/Wheels – Wheel Alignment)

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