Kia Optima: Rear Suspension System / Trailing Arm
Repair procedures
1. |
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
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2. |
Remove the rear wheel and tire.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")
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3. |
Remove the under cover (A).

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4. |
Loosen the nut (A) and remove trailing arm (B) from rear axle.
Tightening torque :
98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)
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5. |
Loosen the fastener (A) and the bracket mounting bolt (B) and remove
the rear wheel speed sensor line (C) from the trailing arm.
Tightening torque :
8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb-ft)
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6. |
Loosen the mounting bolt (A) and remove the trailing arm (B).
Tightening torque :
117.7 - 137.3 N.m (12.0 - 14.0 kgf.m, 86.8 - 101.3 lb-ft)
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1. |
Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
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2. |
Check the trailing arm for deformation.
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3. |
Check for all bolts and nuts.
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1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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2. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")
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Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the rear wheel and tire.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel") ...
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Loosen the bolt and nut (A) and then disconnect the rear stabilizer link
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Other information:
Description and operation
Description
The Side Airbags (SAB) are installed inside the front seat and protects the driver
and passenger from danger when a side crash occurs. The SRSCM determines deployment
of the side airbag by using the Side Impact Sensor (SIS) signal.
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Components and components location
Component
1. Shift Lever Assembly
2. Shift Cable Assembly
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Shift the gear to "N".
2.
Remove the floor console assembly.
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