Kia Optima: Front Suspension System / Front Stabilizer Bar
Repair procedures
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Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
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Remove the front wheel and tire.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")
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Disconnect the stabilizer link with the front strut assembly after loosening
the nut (A).
Tightening torque :
98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)
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When loosening the nut (A), fix the outer hexagon of
stabilizer bar link.
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Be careful not to damage the stabilizer link boots.
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Loosen the nut (A) and disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the stabilizer
bar.
Tightening torque :
98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)
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When loosening the nut (A), fix the outer hexagon of
stabilizer bar link.

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Be careful not to damage the stabilizer link boots.
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Loosen the bolt (A) and remove the stabilizer bar from the sub frame.
Tightening torque :
49.0 - 63.7 N·m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf·m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb·ft)
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[LH]

[RH]

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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2. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")
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Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
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Check the front stabilizer bar for deformation.
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Check the front stabilizer link ball joint for damage.
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Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front wheel and tire.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Wheel&q ...
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Loosen the bolt (A) and remove the universal joint (B).
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Other information:
Components and components location
Components
1. Crankshaft upper bearing
2. Crankshaft thrust bearing
3. Crankshaft
4. Crankshaft lower bearing
5. Crankshaft position sensor
(CKPS) wheel
6. Lower crankcase
7. Gasket
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Depress the brake pedal.
Shift into N (Neutral) with an Automatic transmission.
Press the CANCEL switch.
Decrease the vehicle speed lower than the memory speed by 20 km/h (12 mph).
Decrease the vehicle speed to less than approximately 25 km/h (15 mph).
Each of these actions will canc ...