Drive Shafts and Axles

Rear hub/carrier

10steps
~60min
3/5difficulty
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Components and Components Location

COMPONENTS LOCATION

1. Torsion bar
2. Rear spring
3. Rear Brake Disc

repair procedures

expansion

  1. Remove the wheel and tire.

    Tightening torque: 107.9 ~ 128 N·m

  2. Remove the brake caliper (A) and parking brake cable (B).

  3. Remove the rear brake caliper (A).

    Tightening torque: 78.4 ~ 98 N·m

  4. First loosen the fixing screw, then remove the wheel brake disc (A).

    Tightening torque: 4.9 ~ 6.9 N·m

  5. Loosen the bolts and remove the hub (A) from the torsion beam axle.

    Tightening torque: 49.0~59 N·m

  6. Installation is the reverse of removal.

TEST

  1. Check the hub for cracks and tooth wear.

  2. Check the brake disc for scratches and damage.

  3. Check the steering knuckle for cracks.

  4. Check the bearings for cracks or damage.

Test yourself

A quick Kia Stonic quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.