Kia Picanto JA Quiz
Suspension System

Rear shock absorber

In this manual: Suspension System
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
10steps
~65min
4/5difficulty
1special tools
04080120160200127.594N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Components and Component Location

Components

1. Cover
2. Lock Nut
3. Stopper
4. Upper Bushing		 5. Collar
6. Lower Bushing
7. Upper Cap
8. Bump Stopper		 9. Dust Cover
10. Shock Absorber Assembly
11. Washer
12. Bolt

Repair Procedures

Replacement

  1. Remove the wheel tire (A).

    Tightening torque: 107.9–128 N·m

  2. Remove the rear shock absorber cover.
  3. Remove the rear shock absorber cover.
  4. Remove the rear shock absorber nut using the special service tool (09546-3X100).

    Tightening Torque: 21.6–31 N·m

  5. Unscrew the bolt and remove the rear shock absorber.

    Tightening torque: 98.0–118 N·m

  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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.
  3. Fully extend the piston rod.
  4. Drill a hole in the section (A) to release the gas from the cylinder.
Disposal

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