Kia Rio YB Quiz
Suspension System

Front Stabilizer Bar

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16steps
~101min
5/5difficulty
1special tools
02040608010037.328N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Repair Procedures

Removal

  1. Remove the universal joint bolt (A).

    Tightening torque: 32.4 - 37 N·m

  2. Remove the wheel nuts, front wheel and tire from the front hub.

    Tightening torque: 107.9–128 N·m

  3. Disconnect the tie rod end ball joint from the steering knuckle using SST (09568-34000).

    1. Remove the cotter pin (A).

    2. Remove the castellated nut (B).

    3. Use SST (09568-34000).

      Tightening torque: 15.7–33 N·m

  4. Remove the lower arm bolt and nut (A).

    Tightening torque: 58.8–71 N·m

  5. Remove the front lower arm from the front steering knuckle using SST (0K545-A9100).

    1. After removing the bolts from the front steering knuckle, install and tighten the body bolt (A).

    2. Insert the auxiliary body (B) between the front knuckle and the auxiliary body bolt.

    3. Tighten the auxiliary body bolt (C) to increase the clearance of the front joint.

    4. Install the safety wire (A).

    5. Install the main body (A) between the front strut and the lower arm.

    6. To prevent the main body from separating, install the locking clamp (A) next to the main body.

    7. After installing the body (A), turn the handle (B) clockwise to secure it to the lower arm with the clamp.

    8. Slowly tighten the main body bolt (A) and separate the lower arm from the front joint.

  6. Remove the stabilizer link nut (A).

    Tightening torque: 98.0–118 N·m

  7. Remove the bracket.

  8. Remove the idler arm bracket.

    D 1.4 U2 TCI (See Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Mounting")

    G 1.0 T-GDI (See Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Mounting")

    G 1.2 MPI (See Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Mounting")

    G 1.4 MPI (See Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Mounting")

  9. Loosen the bolts and nuts and remove the subframe (A).

    Tightening torque: 176.5–196 N·m

  10. Loosen the bolts (A) and remove the stabilizer bar assembly.

    Tightening torque: 44.1–54 N·m

  11. Loosen the nut (A) and remove the stabilizer link.

    Tightening torque: 98.0–118 N·m

  12. Install in the reverse order of removal.

  13. Check the wheel alignment.

    (See Tires/Wheels - "Wheel Alignment")

Inspection

  1. Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.

  2. Inspect the front stabilizer bar for deformation.

  3. Inspect the front stabilizer link ball joint for damage.

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