Kia Picanto JA Quiz
Drive Shaft and Axle

Rear Axle Assembly

In this manual: Drive Shaft and Axle
General Information — 8Maintenance — 30Engine Mechanical System — 46Engine Electrical System — 14Emission Control System — 11Engine Control System/Fuel System — 46Clutch System — 12Manual Transmission — 10Drive Shaft and Axle — 8Suspension System — 15Steering — 9Restraints — 17Brake System — 22Body (Interior and Exterior) — 104Body Electrical System — 80Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 17
14steps
~84min
3/5difficulty
04080120160200127.594N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Components and Component Location

Components

[Disc Type]

1. Torsion Beam Axle
2. Brake Disc		 3. Brake Caliper

[Drum Type]

1. Torsion Beam Axle 2. Drum Brake

Repair Procedures

Removal

  1. Remove the wheel tire (A).

    Tightening torque: 107.9–128 N·m

  2. Remove the rear brake disc caliper. (Refer to Brake System - "Rear Disc Brake")
  3. Disconnect the rear wheel speed sensor connector.
  4. Loosen the screw and remove the rear brake disc.

    Tightening torque: 4.9–5.9 N·m

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

    Tightening torque: 49.0–59 N·m

  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Remove the wheel tire (A).

    Tightening torque: 107.9–128 N·m

  8. Loosen the screw (A) and remove the brake disc.

    Tightening torque: 4.9–5.9 N·m

  9. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor connector.
  10. Loosen the bolts and remove the hub (A) from the torsion beam axle.

    Tightening torque: 49.0–59 N·m

  11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
[Drum Type]

Inspection

  1. Inspect the hub for cracks.
  2. Check the brake disc for scratches and damage.
  3. Check the rear axle beam for cracks.

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